Community Health Worker - Hourly
Carson City, NV Carson City, NV Part-time Part-time $22,235 - $33,352 a year $22,235 - $33,352 a year 13 days ago 13 days ago 13 days ago Description This is a part-time, FLSA non-exempt position, not to exceed 1,039 work hours in any fiscal year, with Carson City Health and Human Services, located in Carson City, NV.
Under general supervision, plans and provides a variety of outreach and support services including:
raising awareness through cultural diversity presentations, community education and ensure access to community health care resources and services; works closely with neighborhood leaders to develop intervention and prevention strategies to help strengthen the community; provide necessary support and guidance to clients to ensure they attain and maintain opportunities; and performs other duties as required.
Position is contingent upon grant funding continuing to be renewed/approved.
Examples of Duties This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
Recruit community organizations, resource and influencers for support related to program activities.
Identifies specific populations based on health/social service needs and grant deliverables, such as, but not limited to, members of youth, minority populations, and low-income populations.
Develops presentations with health information to school groups, community groups, or specific individuals, families and/or populations based on health/social services needs in a manner consistent with cultural norms and in alignment with grant funding.
Plans and conducts events such as workshops, outreach efforts, and educational presentations for varied audiences.
Presents health information effectively before large and small groups of all ages.
Distributes flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of specific individuals, families and/or populations based on health/social services needs community.
Provides feedback to healthcare providers regarding improving service accessibility or acceptability.
Supports and works cooperatively with the multi-disciplinary teams.
Prepares survey(s) targeting areas, locations, business relations or priority groups to increase data in relations to grant activities.
Assists in assessing community needs by obtaining and analyzing community data specific to the program.
Identifies healthcare trends in the community, continuously work to expand knowledge on available community resources and make appropriate recommendations to clinical staff.
Maintains confidentiality of files and information in accordance with regulations.
May also perform a variety of clerical duties including, but not limited to, data entry, record management, answering phones, compiling data and submitting statistical reports, drafts and formats various materials for distribution to clients.
Conducts ongoing assessments, engages follow up and personal goal setting with clients to promote positive health outcomes.
Provides referrals to identified programs, community services and various resources; acts as a liaison between clients and community agencies to advocate for the client and ensure the proper services are being received.
May attend client appointments and conduct visits; establishes and maintains communicative relationships with clients and their families.
Identifies barriers to healthcare; collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the accessibility of services for clients.
Monitors client needs and progress, documents client case management information in databases and maintain a variant of records and files.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Typical Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND
Experience:
High school diploma or GED OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
Nevada Driver's License.
Community Health Worker Certificate or obtained within 12 months of hire date.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Knowledge of:
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and record keeping principles and practices.
Business arithmetic.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Community agencies and other outside resources available to clients.
Computer applications related to the work.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
Skill in:
Maintaining accurate records and files related to work performed.
Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Communication of public health issues clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Organizing, planning, and coordinating a variety of programs and activities.
Education of public on a variety of healthcare related issues.
Speaking effectively before large and small groups of all ages.
Demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms.
The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior.
Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; ability to operate a motor vehicle and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations.
Supplemental Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a grant funded, part time position.
Position is contingent upon grant funding continuing to be renewed and approved.
Carson City part time employees cannot exceed 1039 hours in a fiscal year.
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position.
This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation which cost the new employee $56.
25 and a drug screen which costs $36.
50.
Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.
Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.
887.
2103 or go to the U.
S.
Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.
uscis.
gov.
Part-time employees are limited to working no more than 1,039 hours in any fiscal year, July 1 through June 30.
Part-time employees are not eligible to receive paid leave (including pay for not working on holidays), PERS retirement, or medical/dental/vision/life insurance.
Nevada does not have a state income tax.
Part-time employees do not contribute to social security; however, they must contribute 7.
5% of their gross pay into a FICA Alternative Plan and are also responsible for paying the 1.
45% Medicare tax.
Part-time employees are covered under the City's worker's compensation program.
For additional information, please contact Human Resources at (775) 887-2103.
.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Under general supervision, plans and provides a variety of outreach and support services including:
raising awareness through cultural diversity presentations, community education and ensure access to community health care resources and services; works closely with neighborhood leaders to develop intervention and prevention strategies to help strengthen the community; provide necessary support and guidance to clients to ensure they attain and maintain opportunities; and performs other duties as required.
Position is contingent upon grant funding continuing to be renewed/approved.
Examples of Duties This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive.
Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
Recruit community organizations, resource and influencers for support related to program activities.
Identifies specific populations based on health/social service needs and grant deliverables, such as, but not limited to, members of youth, minority populations, and low-income populations.
Develops presentations with health information to school groups, community groups, or specific individuals, families and/or populations based on health/social services needs in a manner consistent with cultural norms and in alignment with grant funding.
Plans and conducts events such as workshops, outreach efforts, and educational presentations for varied audiences.
Presents health information effectively before large and small groups of all ages.
Distributes flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of specific individuals, families and/or populations based on health/social services needs community.
Provides feedback to healthcare providers regarding improving service accessibility or acceptability.
Supports and works cooperatively with the multi-disciplinary teams.
Prepares survey(s) targeting areas, locations, business relations or priority groups to increase data in relations to grant activities.
Assists in assessing community needs by obtaining and analyzing community data specific to the program.
Identifies healthcare trends in the community, continuously work to expand knowledge on available community resources and make appropriate recommendations to clinical staff.
Maintains confidentiality of files and information in accordance with regulations.
May also perform a variety of clerical duties including, but not limited to, data entry, record management, answering phones, compiling data and submitting statistical reports, drafts and formats various materials for distribution to clients.
Conducts ongoing assessments, engages follow up and personal goal setting with clients to promote positive health outcomes.
Provides referrals to identified programs, community services and various resources; acts as a liaison between clients and community agencies to advocate for the client and ensure the proper services are being received.
May attend client appointments and conduct visits; establishes and maintains communicative relationships with clients and their families.
Identifies barriers to healthcare; collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the accessibility of services for clients.
Monitors client needs and progress, documents client case management information in databases and maintain a variant of records and files.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Typical Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
EDUCATION AND
Experience:
High school diploma or GED OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
Nevada Driver's License.
Community Health Worker Certificate or obtained within 12 months of hire date.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Knowledge of:
Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and record keeping principles and practices.
Business arithmetic.
Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Community agencies and other outside resources available to clients.
Computer applications related to the work.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
Skill in:
Maintaining accurate records and files related to work performed.
Making accurate arithmetic calculations.
Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
Communication of public health issues clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Organizing, planning, and coordinating a variety of programs and activities.
Education of public on a variety of healthcare related issues.
Speaking effectively before large and small groups of all ages.
Demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.
Using initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:
Under General Supervision - Incumbents at this level are given assignments and objectives that are governed by specifically outlined work methods and a sequence of steps, which are explained in general terms.
The responsibility for achieving the work objectives, however, rests with a superior.
Immediate supervision is not consistent, but checks are integrated into work processes and/or reviews are frequent enough to ensure compliance with instructions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; ability to operate a motor vehicle and safely travel to a variety of offsite locations.
Supplemental Information CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This is a grant funded, part time position.
Position is contingent upon grant funding continuing to be renewed and approved.
Carson City part time employees cannot exceed 1039 hours in a fiscal year.
Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position.
This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.
New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint-based background investigation which cost the new employee $56.
25 and a drug screen which costs $36.
50.
Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.
Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.
Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at 775.
887.
2103 or go to the U.
S.
Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at www.
uscis.
gov.
Part-time employees are limited to working no more than 1,039 hours in any fiscal year, July 1 through June 30.
Part-time employees are not eligible to receive paid leave (including pay for not working on holidays), PERS retirement, or medical/dental/vision/life insurance.
Nevada does not have a state income tax.
Part-time employees do not contribute to social security; however, they must contribute 7.
5% of their gross pay into a FICA Alternative Plan and are also responsible for paying the 1.
45% Medicare tax.
Part-time employees are covered under the City's worker's compensation program.
For additional information, please contact Human Resources at (775) 887-2103.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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