Community Health Worker Position-CCBHC

Company: Terros Health
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Community Health Worker Position-CCBHC



Job Locations

US-AZ-Phoenix






Job ID

2022-6923



# of Openings

1



Category

Behavioral Health/Social Work



Program

Outpatient



Weekly Hours

40






































Overview









We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity at Terros Health for a COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER. You will need to be professional, friendly, a self-starter, organized, and compassionate. Terros Health is a healthcare organization of caring people, guided by our core values of integrity, compassion and empowerment. We engage people in whole person health through an integrated care delivery system, thus establishing a medical home for our patients. In caring for the whole person, we focus on overall wellness through physical health, mental health and substance use care. Our mission is to provide extraordinary care by empowered people through exceptional outcomes. For the last 50 years, the heart of everything we do is inspiring change for life. We help people manage addiction and mental illness, provide primary medical care, restore families, support our veterans, and connect individuals to the care they need. If you are interested in working for one of the State's Leading Integrated Healthcare Organizations that promotes Integrity, Compassion, and Empowerment, we encourage you to apply! Terros Health: Extraordinary Care. Empowered People. Exceptional Outcomes.













Responsibilities









Terros Health is currently hiring a Community Health Worker for our 27th Ave LocationFull-Time: 40 hours/WeekCommunity Health Worker certification not required, but highly desirableLived experience in behavioral health or medical area, and ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment is required - Terros Health will assist with the processBilingual in Spanish is a PLUS (Additional Language Differential is Available)Excellent Compensation$2,000 sign on bonus!! Position Summary: Under Terros Health's policies and professional requirements, the Community Health Worker (CHW) will be responsible for helping patients and their families to navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW works as part of the care team and supports providers and the RN Care Coordinator through an integrated approach to care coordination and community outreach. The Community Health Worker works under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Integrated Operations or Director or Children's Services Director. Essential Duties:

• This position is responsible for both clinical and administrative tasks, including closing the loop with patients referred to specialty providers and patients referred to group or one to one health related services at Terros Health or in the community, engaging patients and reengaging assigned patients.
• Will be knowledgeable about population health management, social determinants of health and engaging vulnerable populations.
• Will perform program related activities as assigned, facilitate teamwork within the organization.
• Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills. Terros Health offers an excellent benefit package including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Group life and disability insurance
  • Employer matched 401(k)
  • Generous PTO/paid sick leave (4+ weeks in year 1)
  • Wellness and employee assistance plan
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    Qualifications
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    
    • High School Diploma or GED, personal experience of a family member in the behavioral and criminal justice systems.
    • Community Health Worker certification not required, but highly desirable.
    • Must have valid Arizona driver's license, be 21 years of age with minimum 4 years driving experience and meet requirements of Terros Health's driving policy.
    • Promotes, models and uses strength-based engagement and treatment strategies for all patients served. Lends their unique insight into behavioral and/or physical health recovery.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high professionalism.
    • Excellent communication skills.
    • Must have a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card or apply for an Arizona fingerprint clearance card (Level 1) within 20 working days of assuming role.
    • Lived experience in behavioral health or medical area, and ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment
    • Must pass a TB and Drug Screen Test Physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.COVID 19 Precautions:Terros Health remains open for all our patients' health and wellness needs. We have put in place many protocols to protect our employees and patients and to create a safe work environment. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.terroshealth.org/covid-19 At Terros Health we care about the safety of our employees and patients. We now require all new employees have the COVID 19 vaccine prior to establishing employment. This represents our commitment to stopping the spread of this disease and protecting our community. Thank you for helping to protect our employees and patients.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      

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