Community Health Worker

  • Free
  • Published date: April 8, 2024
    • Hawaii, United States

Founded in 1967, Waikiki Health is a nonprofit, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers a Patient-Centered Medical Home targeting our communityÂ’s most vulnerable populations. Our clinical and program sites provide holistic care in welcoming, supportive, and nonjudgmental environments. Waikiki HealthÂ’s mission is to provide quality medical and social services that are accessible and affordable for everyone, regardless of ability to pay.

Our Values
● We are committed to providing the highest quality care and services to our island community.
● We believe that respect is the foundation of our interpersonal relationships.
● We maintain empathy and kindness, treating everyone as ohana.
● We are creative and flexible in meeting community needs.
● We will help empower others to reach their highest potential.
● We are accountable to the community we serve and to each other.

Waikiki Health is seeking a full-time Community Health Worker
Pay rate for this role is $22.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday – Friday 40-hour work week

Benefits
● Health insurance (Employee only) 100% premium paid once eligible.
● 13 Paid holidays
● Parking included
● 403(b) Retirement Plan Participation effective within 4 weeks of employment
● Matching is offered once eligible with a 3-year vesting period

Perks
● HOLO Bus Pass benefits
● BIKI bike rental benefits
● Company Shirt

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible to assist in improving outcomes for high-risk patients, who utilize the ED/Hospital regularly and/or that have been identified using our Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screening tool, PRAPARE. This position will help achieve better outcomes, improved patient experience, and improved provider experiences.  The CHW will assist in providing services during clinic hours, participating in huddles, population-based management, patient intakes, education, and counseling, within clinic protocols.

Qualifications and abilities
● Successful completion of a Community Health Worker program or BA in Public Health is preferable.  
● Three years of experience in an outpatient setting preferred. 
● Transportation and valid driverÂ’s license. 
● Familiarity with common software programs, (i.e. Windows-based programs) an ability to quickly learn new systems.
● Ability to communicate effectively with patients, community members, and staff members. 
● Proficient in computer skills: typing, navigating through the internet and emails.
● OSHA training.
● BCLS biannually.

General Duties include but are not limited to
● The CHW is a patient advocate and facilitator of the Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) and its target population of high-risk SDOH patients and high ER/Hospital utilizers through the provision of health education, follow-up monitoring, and improvement of access to care.
● Develops and implements a Care Plan tailored to the needs of the patient and the patientÂ’s immediate support system.  Through this patient centered approach, the goal of this relationship with the patient is to decrease health disparities and improve health outcomes, while also assessing and addressing the patientÂ’s social determinants of health (SDOH).  
● Collaborates with multiple WH providers, staff members, healthcare data analyst, insurance agencies, partner agencies, and diverse patient populations. 
● Documents care in EMR vital statistics and other pertinent data of patient per clinic procedures accurately.  Must be able to spell words correctly, both in English and medical terminology.  Maintains strict patient confidentiality. 
● Other duties as assigned

Waikiki Health requires proof of the following immunization; with or without reasonable accommodation: TB skin test or chest x-ray, Hep B (optional).

Those requiring assistance are encouraged to reach out to our organization at (808) 922-4787. Visit our website for more information.

Waikiki Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

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