Community Health Worker - req# 30730 - University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
About the Job
Community Health Worker
| Requisition ID | req30730 |
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| Working Title | Community Health Worker |
| Position Grade | 09 |
| Position Summary | The Office for Community Health at the University of NewMexicos Health Sciences Center is currently hiring multiple Part-Time Community Health Workers tojoin a team of to join a team of Social and Public Health Workers and managers,and provide rapid resource referrals and community connector/navigator servicesto high-need guests at the Gateway Receiving Area located on 5400 Gibson BlvdSE, a grant-funded collaboration between the City of Albuquerque and UNM HSCsOffice of Community Health. The Gateway Receiving Area sitewill operate by harm reduction principles and practices. Staff are expected to comply with public healthevidence-based and best practices at all times while at work. You will helpplan, deliver, and staff the 24/7 services at the short-term CommunityConnector services site at 5400 Gibson Bl SE. We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative individual withstrong and compassionate communication skills with the ability to problem-solveefficiently, independently and as part of a team as is required andappropriate. Becausethe program is new and innovative, you will help us create the model, applyingyour CHW perspective, skills and experience. Summary Under direct supervision, works closelywith social workers, public health workers, other community health workers,professional students and social services agencies to provide short term carecoordination and connection to resources and support to unhoused programclients to improve their health and general well-being through education andprovision of coordination of care and services. Works in both clinical andcommunity-based settings. May act as a peer support worker, where applicable,if self-disclosed as current or former consumer of mental health or substanceabuse services with at least two years of mental health or substance abuserecovery. Dutiesand Responsibilities 1. Assists clients in site and community settings. Communicates to clients/patients the purposes of the program and the impact it may have on their wellbeing. Helps patients identify socio-economic issues that affect their overall health and develop health/social management plans and goals using Harm Reduction principles that are non-judgmental and meet the client "where they are at". 2. Provides lay-counseling interventions, including Motivational Interviewing, as appropriate to the position; welcomes site guests via screening and intake, prepares program engagement plans, exit plans, and acts as a resource for follow-up referral and placement with partner organizations, behavioral, medical, dental, &/or mental health providers; 3. Documents all client encounters and contracts made on behalf of clients; completes and submits monthly reports; maintains comprehensive electronic client files, which include client notes, release of information, assessments and other medical documents acquired on behalf of the client. Documents activities, service plans, and outcomes achieved by client in an effective manner. 4. Collects data about patients through basic vitals, Social Determinants of Health assessment, interview, case history, and/or observational techniques; evaluates data to identify causes of problems and to determine program appropriateness or referral to other resources. 5.Must take and pass yearly training and evaluation by an appropriate-licensed medical professional to remain proficient in measuring vital signs; 6. Educates client on the proper use of the Emergency Room and provides information for alternatives. Coaches patients in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care using compassionate, collaborative communications skills applied to unhoused complex clientele. Assists patient in understanding care plans and instructions. Motivates patients/clients to be active and engaged participants in their health and overall wellbeing, with skills to help strategize through extreme social and economic deficits. 7. Assists clients in accessing health related services, including but not limited to: obtaining a medical home, providing instruction on appropriate use of the medical home, overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care and /or social services. 8. Provides support and advocacy during initial site visit or when necessary to assure clients' medical needs and referrals required are being conveyed. Follows up with both clients and providers regarding health/social services plans when appropriate; 9. Facilitates communication and coordinate services between providers and the clients/patients. Coordinates and monitors services, including comprehensive tracking of clients' compliance in relation to care plan objectives. 10. May transport guests to local resources in City-owned van with Driver Safety Certification 11.Workload includes engaging with at-risk populations with complex psycho-social histories 12. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. |
| Conditions of Employment |
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| Minimum Qualifications | High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. |
| Preferred Qualifications | -Experience with or interest in working in rapid-paced environment with unhoused guests in need of referrals to |
| Additional Requirements | |
| Campus | Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM |
| Department | VP for Comm Health Administration (196A) |
| Employment Type | Staff |
| Staff Type | Term - Part-Time |
| Term End Date | 12/31/2024 |
| Status | Non-Exempt |
| Pay | Hourly: $18.09 to $23.58 |
| Benefits Eligible | This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. |
| ERB Statement | As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. |
| Background Check Required | Yes |
| For Best Consideration Date | 9/2/2024 |
| Eligible for Remote Work | No |
| Eligible for Remote Work Statement | |
| Application Instructions | Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please upload a resume listing all years of experience and a cover letter. |
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. | |
