COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER - Partners For Quality : Job Details

ORGANIZATION: Milestone Centers Inc.DEPARTMENT: Service CoordinatorPOSITION: Community Health WorkerSTATUS: Full-Time; 37.5 hours/weekHOURS: Flexible, to meet the needs of consumersLOCATION: Throughout Allegheny County

Milestone Centers, a subsidiary of Partners For QualityInc., is a nonprofit, community-based human services agency supporting individuals with behavioral health challenges and intellectual & developmental disabilities in communities throughout Western Pennsylvania. Milestone Centers has earned certification from the Sanctuary Institute for providing trauma-informed care.

The Community Health Worker will be responsible to meet the integrated physical/behavioral health needs of Allegheny County residents receiving services. The Community Health Worker (CHW) have a close understanding of the community that they serve and build a trusting relationship with community members, including those from diverse backgrounds, to connect those individuals to resources and care. The effectiveness of the CHW lies in their ability to work with individuals living in underserviced communities and to patiently coach and support them as they work towards health care goals by addressing the Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) needs.

• Demonstrates and reflects a commitment to the mission and values of Partners for Quality by serving others with respect, dignity, and compassion.
• Complete a standardized Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) assessment for each person receiving services, initially and at least quarterly, and for the duration of the service.
• Once assessed, document measurable goals that address gaps in care.
• Monitor, review, and update the goals with the individual on a consistent basis as goals are achieved or as new gaps are identified.
• Provide referrals and linkages to address SDOH needs including housing, transportation, peer support, career training, and social support through health-related services or community-based services.
• Advocate for vulnerable populations within the health care system and the community at large
• Assist referred individuals with completing necessary forms to enroll or maintain HealthChoices coverage
• Assist in creating connections between vulnerable populations and the health care system by assisting with scheduling appointments as needed.
• Assist individuals in obtaining preventative services by referring and linking the individual to a primary care physician
• Help individuals manage chronic conditions through education about their treatment plan and work with the provider to ensure the plan is acceptable to the individual
• Promote wellness by encouraging cultural competence and humility among health care professionals serving vulnerable populations
• Build relationships and interact professionally with local health and social service providers Completes all record-keeping and paperwork requirements promptly and accurately.
• Work collaboratively with other treatment team members
• Completes all record-keeping and paperwork requirements promptly and accurately in accordance with agency policy.
• Complete all releases of information forms to maintain compliance of required agency
• Flexibility in schedule and availability to meet individuals needs. This may include evening and weekend hours
• Other duties as assigned or requested
• Complies with Partners for Quality Personnel Policies and Procedures and Milestone specific personnel and department policies and procedures

BENEFITS

• Full Time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurances
• $1,200 cash payout option in lieu of Health Insurance coverage
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• 16 to 26 Paid Days Off / year
• Wellness Days (2 per year)
• Sick Time
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Optional 401(k) with Employer match

WORK PERKS

• Paid orientation and training
• Free parking (select locations)
• Employee Activities, Rewards and Recognition Programs
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program

APPLY TO THIS POSITION

Interested applicants can choose to apply in any of the following ways:

Complete an employment application online

Email resumes:[email protected]

Partners For Quality and its family of agencies are an equal opportunity employer

EOE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; OR

Associates degree with major course work in psychology, social work, or public health administration preferred

• One year of experience in a mental health setting or related human service setting
• Act 33 / 34 and FBI clearances
• Valid PA Drivers license
• Use of personal vehicle required
• Complete Community Health Worker training and certification within 1 year of hire and maintain certification requirements yearly