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_Community Health Worker - Community Outreach Program - Lorain Hospital_

This is a PRN "As Needed" Position

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Community Health Worker (CHW) role is an entry-level position that focuses on direct client support, outreach, and engagement to improve community health outcomes. CHWs serve as liaisons between clients and health and social service systems, providing culturally appropriate health education and addressing basic social determinants of health.

Essential Functions of the Position:

+ Build trusting relationships with individuals and communities to mediate between clients and health/social service systems.

+ Perform basic health screenings, such as blood pressure and glucose checks, under appropriate supervision.

+ Assist clients in navigating healthcare and social service systems, including scheduling appointments and understanding insurance.

+ Identify barriers such as housing, food insecurity, and transportation challenges, and connect clients to appropriate resources.

+ Advocate for clients by facilitating referrals to health and social services, ensuring seamless access to support programs.

+ Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records to support advocacy efforts, monitor outcomes, and contribute to program evaluation.

+ Conduct outreach activities, including home visits and participation in community health fairs, to engage underserved populations.

+ Provide informal counseling and social support to clients, helping them develop self-management skills.

+ Participate in regular training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Patient Population

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)

• Infant (1-12 months)

• Pediatrics (1-12 years)

• Adolescents (13-17 years)

• Adults (18-64 years).

• Pediatrics (1-12 years)

• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

• Not applicable to this position.

Education Qualifications - Minimum

+ High School Diploma or GED

Licensing/Certification -** **Required

+ CHW certification through the Ohio Board of Nursing is required within 12 months of hire, which would be supported through the program.

+ Ohio CHW Certificate

Minimum Qualifications

_Minimum Years and Type of Experience_

+ Minimum of 1 year of experience in community health work.

_Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities_ _Required_

+ Fluency in Spanish language.

+ Ability to work on evenings/weekends as needed to support department or program goals.

+ Sensitivity and experience in working within different cultures.

+ Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.

+ Proficient with computers and accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.

+ Ability to work independently or with little supervision.

+ Ability to separate personal from professional interactions with clients and maintain professional/ethical boundaries.

+ Ability to document client interactions with accuracy and in a timely manner.

+ Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.

+ Basic knowledge of community health principles and social services.

+ Valid Ohio driver’s license with one year driving experience and no traffic citations.

+ Valid automobile insurance.

_* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]