Community Health Worker I - Bilingual - PT- Hybrid - San Antonio, TXLocation: San Antonio, TexasHotCategory: Clinical ProfessionalsUTHealth Houston School of Public HealthRequisition #: 240002HHWhat we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.We are looking for a Part-Time Community Health Worker to join the UTHealth School of Public Health in San Antonio, TX. This position will support the GRASSROOTS Health project within the Department of Management, Policy, and Community Health. In this position, you will provide outreach and care navigation for low-income and formerly homeless adults with Hepatitis B or C.Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:
100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!
We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as
Free financial and legal counseling
Free mental health counseling services
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
Resources for child and elder care
Plus many more!
Position Summary:Seeking a part-time (20 hours per week) Community Health Worker to work on the project providing viral hepatitis B and C education, screening, vaccination, and treatment to individuals with experiences of or at risk for homelessness. The work will be conducted off-campus at housing sites in the San Antonio area. The incumbent will be asked to visit housing sites weekly, assist other staff, help with care navigation for hepatitis B and C, help with data collection, and prepare reports.Position Key Accountabilities:
Attendance at viral hepatitis screening events
Provide education on hepatitis B and C (training will be provided)
Meet with individuals interested in testing, vaccination or treatment
Record all job activities in a data management system
Support the phlebotomy team in paperwork, laboratory tests ordering and blood samples drop off
Contact individuals to inform them of viral hepatitis status
Contact individuals to discuss vaccination and treatment options
Navigation of clients to clinical care
Secondary Responsibilities (as necessary if time allows):
Contact individuals for vaccination follow-up
Attend weekly team meeting other related duties as assigned.
Certification/Skills:
Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) – Certified CHW
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Must have ability to perform complex and diverse administrative duties that involve application of procedures and demonstrate appropriate judgment within the CHW scope of work.
Preferred:
Ability to perform complex and diverse administrative duties that involve application of procedures and demonstrate appropriate judgment with the CHW scope of work.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage a complex schedule
Excellent communication skills
Cultural sensitivity in working with diverse communities including ability to develop rapport with diverse individuals
Ability to work independently
Availability to work on weekdays and some possible weekends
Flexible schedule
Bilingual with Spanish
Have ability to travel alone to offsite locations
Preference will be given to applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum Experience:
One (1) year of relevant work experience in health, social worker or education. May substitute required experience with equivalent years of education beyond the minimum education requirement.
Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.If you are looking for a great healthcare career in Houston, visithttp://go.uth.edu/careers!University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth Houston is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School. UTHealth Houston includes The University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center, as well as the growing clinical practices UT Physicians, UT Dentists and UT Health Services. The university’s primary teaching hospitals are Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital.UTHealth BenefitsUTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Houston Office of Benefits Website.https://www.uth.edu/benefits/Equal Employment Opportunity StatementUTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law.UTHealthHoustonhas adopted a policy consistent with CMS regulations to protect our patients and university community from exposure to COVID-19. This policy affects all employees, residents, fellows, students, contractors, new hires, visiting scholars program participants, adjunct faculty, and volunteers who work, train, or collaborate at the John S. Dunn Behavioral Science Center.In addition, all UTHealthHoustonemployees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth’sHoustonrules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations, including COVID-19 vaccination and safety requirements.Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.