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Community Health Worker
Work location: Primarily in the Dallas area, however, travel to other counties may be required. Initial training will be in Fort Worth & Arlington
Work Hours: Primarily Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, however, must be flexible to work evenings & weekends as needed
Work environment: This is a grant funded position and subject to the award and continuation of the contract
We are Texas Health Resources and 2023 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” (9th year in a row), 2023 FORTUNE Magazine’s “Best Workplaces for Women®”, and 2023 FORTUNE Magazine’s "20 Great Places to work in Health Care". You really do belong here.Community Health Highlights
Facilitate access to health services for underserved community members
Role is connected to system changes to address social determinants of health
Empowered to be a servant leader in Community Health
Here’s What You Need
H.S. Diploma or equivalent is required. Successful completion of a Community Health Worker formal training program such as from a community college or other education institution is preferred.
Six (6) months customer service experience either face-to-face or by phone is required.
BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support is required within 6 months of hire.
Community health worker certification with the state of Texas is preferred.
SkillsStrong verbal and written communication skills, ability to maintain composure in stressful situations, ability to problem solve, time management skills, detail-oriented, ability to work independently as well as with others, strong organizational & prioritization skills, and ability to motivate and inspire others, ability to complete required reports.What You Will Do
Provide Client Support:
Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and families.
Assists patients with personal goal setting and care plans.
Supports clients with meeting personal goals including but not limited to attending appointments, providing support for scheduling meetings/appointments with agencies and resource providers. Efforts will support development of self-management skills that improve health and well-being.
Collaborates with Senior Director of Faith/Community Health, regional Community Health Improvement initiatives and Community Health Ministry Strategy to implement Community Health Improvement activities:
Participate in program development, planning and evaluation.
Develop and effectively manage program timelines to ensure timely completion of program deliverables.
Additional perks of being a Texas Health Community Health Worker:Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .Texas Health requires a resume when an application is submitted.Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Vacancy caducado!