CHW Position – Molina Healthcare, San Antonio

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San Antonio, Texas
Job ID 2001264
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Job Description
Job Summary
Molina Healthcare Services (HCS) works with members, providers and multidisciplinary team members to assess, facilitate, plan and coordinate an integrated delivery of care across the continuum, including behavioral health and long term care, for members with high need potential. HCS staff work to ensure that patients progress toward desired outcomes with quality care that is medically appropriate and cost-effective based on the severity of illness and the site of service.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Serves as a community based member advocate and resource, using knowledge of the community and resources available to engage and assist vulnerable members in managing their healthcare needs.
• Collaborates with and supports the Healthcare Services team by providing non-clinical paraprofessional duties in the field, to include meeting with members in their homes, nursing homes, shelters, or doctor’s offices, etc.
• Empowers members by helping them navigate and maximize their health plan benefits. Assistance may include: scheduling appointments with providers; arranging transportation for healthcare visits; getting prescriptions filled; and following up with members on missed appointments.
• Assists members in accessing social services such as community-based resources for housing, food, employment, etc.
• Provides outreach to locate and/or provide support for disconnected members with special needs.
• Conducts research with available data to locate members Molina Healthcare has been unable to contact (e.g., reviewing internal databases, contacting member providers or caregivers, or travel to last known address or community resource locations such as homeless shelters, etc.)
• Participates in ongoing or project-based activities that may require extensive member outreach (telephonically and/or face-to-face).
• Guides members to maintain Medicaid eligibility and with other financial resources as appropriate.
• 50-80% local travel may be required. Reliable transportation required.
Qualifications
Job Qualifications
Required Education
HS Diploma/GED
Required Experience
• Minimum 1 year experience working with underserved or special needs populations, with varied health, economic and educational circumstances.
Required License, Certification, Association
• Must have valid driver’s license with good driving record and be able to drive within applicable state or locality with reliable transportation.
• For Ohio and Florida only — Current Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification.
Preferred Education
Associate’s Degree in a health care related field (e.g., nutrition, counseling, social work).
Preferred Experience
• Bilingual based on community need.
• Familiarity with healthcare systems a plus.
• Knowledge of community-specific culture.
• Experience with or knowledge of health care basics, community resources, social services, and/or health education.
Preferred License, Certification, Association
• Current Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification preferred (for states other than Ohio and Florida, where it is required).
• Medical Assistant Certification
To all current Molina employees: If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply through the intranet job listing.
Molina Healthcare offers a competitive benefits and compensation package. Molina Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V.

City of San Antonio hiring CHWs

If interested, you can submit an application on the City of San Antonio website. Click here for more.

Community Health Worker

Salary
$16.25 Hourly
Location
TX 78210, TX
Job Type
4A Full-Time
Department
SA Metro Health District
Job Number
2019-00962
Closing
4/22/2019 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary
Under general direction, the Community Health Worker will work under the supervision of the Healthy Neighborhoods Program Coordinator and Healthy Neighborhoods Team Leader on grant deliverables related to childhood obesity prevention strategies. The Community Health Worker will provide health education and community engagement leadership in a community setting in San Antonio. The Community Health Worker will be responsible for working collaboratively with other grassroots organizers and community leaders, providing health education and community organizing presentations to groups, and supporting local health initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for improving health outcomes in low income communities of color, the ability to promote a positive work environment through collaboration and teamwork, and will have experience in community organizing and health promotion.  Exercises no supervision.

This position is a “grant funded” position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.

Essential Job Functions
  • Employs strategic community building and organizing techniques to engage key internal and community stakeholders around health issues and health equity, including grassroots community based organizations, health centers, schools, community leaders, and community members.
  • Identifies or connects members of high-risk or otherwise targeted groups, such as members of minority populations, low-income populations, or people experiencing homelessness.
  • Help community members understand health information and connect to health resources in a culturally appropriate way.
  • Provides feedback to public health providers about how to make their services more accessible or culturally appropriate.
  • Refers community members to needed health and social services.
  • Provides health education or otherwise disseminate medical or dental health information to school groups, community groups, or targeted families or individuals, in a manner consistent with cultural norms.
  • Collects information from individuals about the general health of community members.
  • Works with individuals and communities to identify priority health needs.
  • Maintains updated community engagement records with plans, notes, or related information.
  • Advocates for individual or community health needs with government agencies or health service providers.
  • Attends community meetings or health fairs to understand community issues and build relationships with community members.
  • Follows up with community members by phone or in person about health referrals.
  • Distributes flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of a targeted community.
  • Performs related duties and fulfill responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
  • Two (2) years of experience working as a Community Health Worker (CHW), health educator, community outreach worker, or community organizer.
  • This position requires a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License OR a valid driver’s license from another state with the ability to obtain a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.  Use of your own personal vehicle may at times be required and proof of Liability Insurance will be required.
  • Any applicant selected for this position must have a background check completed with results satisfactory to the City of San Antonio and successfully complete the San Antonio’s Cash-Handling Certification Training.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Community Health Worker Certification.
  • Experience working with vulnerable populations.
  • Experience with community organizing.
  • Experience providing health education to a diverse range of group types.
  • Experience providing physical activity or fitness classes.

APPLICANT INFORMATION:

  • If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
  • Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
  • Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.  One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
  • Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks.  If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Physical requirements include frequent lifting/carrying up to 5 pounds and occasional lifting/carrying up to 25 pounds; visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment. Subject to sitting, standing, reaching, and walking to perform the essential functions. Working conditions are primarily in a community-based environment and an office environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of programs and services provided by governmental and non- governmental organizations that work to improve the health of the community.
  • Knowledge of basic public health issues, methods and principles.
  • Knowledge of social skills demonstrative of empathy and support.
  • Skill in interpersonal, community building, and conflict mediation.
  • Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs.
  • Ability to facilitate meetings in either community or home settings.
  • Ability to successfully manage competing demands.
  • Ability to work within a team environment and work collaboratively to accomplish common goals and objectives.
  • Ability to share information to professionals and the public using a variety of approaches.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and implement educational programs.

Census Jobs

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  The Census Bureau is hiring for the following positions:
 
·        Clerk
·        Lister
·        Office Operations Supervisor
·        Census Field Supervisor
·        Recruiting Assistant
·        Enumerator
·        Census Taker
 
Feel free to pass this information onto other organizations in the community.
https://www.census.gov/jobs
 
Thank you,
Lloyd Miller Jr.
Recruiting Assistant, US Census Bureau
210-508-6785

 

UNITED WAY OF SAN ANTONIO AND BEXAR COUNTY JOB DESCRIPTION

Title:  Manager, Family Navigator

Department:  Grants

Immediate Supervisor:   Vice President, Grants

Grade:  23

Exemption Status: E

BASIC JOB SUMMARY The Family Navigator Manager is a grant-supported position funded by the Military Families and Veterans Pilot Prevention (MFVPP) Program from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services.   The Family Navigator will determine areas of high need for military case management and work with local organizations that provide parenting and parenting intervention (childfocused) services to military members, their families, and veterans.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct targeted outreach initiatives and participate in events that will generate community awareness of program initiative.

  • Provide support to the Vice President of Grants in the staffing and facilitation of monthly supervisor meetings and all reporting requirements.
  • Demonstrate sensitivity, empathy regarding human service issues and project a non-judgmental attitude towards individual requiring assistance.
  • Community liaison for Bexar county school districts, Joint Base San Antonio, and United Way agencies • Work directly with United Way’s Mission United Military Navigators
  • Work directly with United Way’s other state grants and grant subcontractors to strengthen and sustain comprehensive family support systems.
  • Be trained and cleared into the DFPS PEIRS system to conduct data entry support as requested.
  • Provide follow-up services to 211 calls from Military families that request additional support
  • Other duties as assigned to insure project implementation.

EDUCATION

  • College degree in related field.

EXPERIENCE

  • A minimum of two years related work experience.
  • Military experience or experience working with military families preferred. SPECIAL SKILLS
  • Ability to work independently and with others to resolve issues and maintain composure and professionalism in an environment of changing and/or multiple priorities
  • Strong organizational skills, be detail oriented with the ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects and execute in a high-volume environment.
  • Ability to build and maintain positive relationships that promote cooperation and collaborative work with United Way funded agencies and Bexar county community.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, must be able to conduct community presentations, and build new partner relations.
  • Ability to work with manage a wide variety of populations and personalities with respect, compassion and dignity.
  • Preference given to applicants with military background and/or access privileges to military installations.
  • Ability to manage time efficiently and work independently with minimum supervision
  • Flexibility in work schedule to include some evenings and weekend.

Send resumes and/or inquiries to kmccormick@unitedwaysatx.org.  Resumes will be accepted until 3/26/19

Part-Time CHW Job with SA Metro Health

Another listing for a part-time CHW position has been posted with Metro Health:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanantoniotx/jobs/2360198/part-time-community-health-worker

Closing date is February 28th. If you need help or have any questions, please let me know!

SA Metro Health CHW Job(s)

San Antonio Metro Health District is currently looking for multiple CHWs! They are building three CHW teams to work on a project in the 78237 zip code (near WETC).

Full details are posted here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanantoniotx/jobs/2355934/community-health-worker

Deadline to apply is February 25th. If you have any questions or need help applying, please let me know!

 

CHW Job in Austin

Apply for this job online at CommUnity Care Health Centers website

Community Health Worker

Req No.: 2019-3704

Company: CommUnityCare Health Centers

Name: Southeast Health and Wellness Center

Address: 2901 Montopolis Drive, City, Austin

Category: Professional

State: TX

Type: Regular Full-Time

Shift Days: Some Evening and Weekends

Shift Hours: Days

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduation from a high school or equivalent
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience working within a community health setting in a health care role or a community based human service agency as a Community Health Worker (CHW), health educator, community outreach worker, or community organizer.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
Valid Texas Driver’s License with no outstanding driving violations; access to personal vehicle.
Proof of 30/60/25 minimal automobile liability insurance coverage ($30,000 for each injured person, up to $60,000 per accident $25,000for property damage per accident) required.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Certified Community Health Worker (CHW) or completion of an approved 160-hour competency based Community Health Worker training program certified by DSHS

Overview:

The Community Health Worker is responsible for providing culturally appropriate health education and information in order to assist members of the community in receiving the care they need.

Responsibilities:

Essential Duties:
• Collaborate with all members of the care team in providing patient-centered care.
• Provide cultural mediation between community members and CommUnityCare.
• Empower patients and/or their families to be an engaged and active participant in their care management.
• Help patients and families set personal goals and attend appointments
• Coach patients in effective management of their health conditions and self-care.
• Participates in the identification of patient needs for internal and external referrals, including social service agencies, to resources to ensure that the patient receives needed services.
• Serve as liaison between the patient and healthcare systems, assisting as needed.
• Interface with providers and clinic team to ensure that the patient follows with the provider’s treatment plan.
• May meet patients at medical or social service appointments as a patient advocate and to bridge the gap between systems.
• Follow-up with patients via phone calls, home visits and visits to other settings where patients can be found as per Program guidelines.
• Maintains ongoing communication with community partners and attends various community events to promote education and awareness of safety net programs as assigned by Supervisor.
• Advocate for individual and community health needs and perform outreach activities within the community as assigned by Supervisor.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of patient’s medical records and visits.
• Ensure all tasks provided and associated with patient care, patient administrative processes and related duties comply with all regulatory and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission and CommUnityCare Standard Operating Procedures and CommUnityCare Policies and Procedures.
• Develop and maintain favorable internal relationships, partnerships with co-workers, including clinical managers, clinical support staff, providers and business office staff.
• Interact respectfully and collaboratively with patients and their families, striving to develop favorable relationships with families.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• High level of skill at building relationships and providing excellent customer service.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of problem solving skill to better serve patients and staff.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent skills in public speaking.
• Ability to communicate in various settings, including but not limited to group presentations and small-scale meetings.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
• Demonstrated familiarity with tools, technology, and systems typically found within most health care environments, (i.e. EHR, personal computer skills, including Microsoft Office)

2020 Census Greater San Antonio Area is hiring

Hello everyone,

I am forwarding the following message from Decennial Partnership Branch U.S. Census Bureau in San Antonio:

As we prepare for a complete and accurate count of every living person in the upcoming 2020 Census, we will be hiring thousands of people from the very communities you serve, including Kerrville and New Braunfels.  We will be hiring management-type jobs, assistant manager positions, clerical, all the enumerators that knock on doors to make sure they respond to the census form and others.  All the websites where these job will be available are at the end of this message below.
 
To that end, there will be three Area Census Offices (ACOs) in San Antonio that will be hiring thousands of these positions in many counties around San Antonio. Take a moment and see if you are interested in applying and spread the word.