Community Health Worker

Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970.  We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers.  As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.

Community Health Worker

Location: West Salem Clinic, 1233 Edgewater St. NW, Salem OR 97304

Job Status:  40 hours per week, 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday, with occasional after-hours availability for community events

Sign-on Bonus: $1000 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.)

Employee Referral: $500 (Referral bonus’ expire at the close of this job posting.)

YOUR ROLE:

Do you have a passion for increasing access to culturally and linguistically appropriate medical care for the underserved and under resourced populations? Our Community Health Workers (CHW) are passionate about health equity and ensuring that everyone we serve has access to the care and resources needed to improve individual lives and health outcomes. As a CHW, you will develop a deep understanding of social determinants of health and their effect on health inequalities and serve as the link for individuals between health care services and community-based organizations (CBO’s). CHW’s are patient advocates, approachable, critical thinkers, dependable, continual learners, persistent, organized, practice cultural humility, demonstrate a can-do attitude, and take initiative.

 Through relationship building and using a variety of screening tools, you will identify each person’s needs, and work to reduce barriers that may be preventing them from achieving their health and wellness goals. You will assist patients in managing appointments, assist with referrals, completing applications, and seek solutions and services tailored to the needs of each patient.  You will problem-solves transportation barriers, including utilizing agency vehicles to transport individuals to/from identified locations. Above all, you will empower patients to manage their own health. This position requires a flexible, self-directed person, who is excellent at handling situations where all the details may not yet be available or determined and can search for the information that is needed.   

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum one year work, volunteer, or lived experience within a human service-related environment and/or bachelor’s or associate degree in public health, behavioral science, or social services, or closely related experience.
  
• Ability to build effective working relationships, solve problems in a self-directed manner, and maintain a strong sense of professional boundaries.
  
• Oregon Driver's License and proof of auto insurance (this position requires driving, and a motor vehicle report is conducted prior to hiring) 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Completion of a Community Health Worker training course or certification is preferred. Non-Certified candidates must enroll in and successfully complete CHW Certification course after initial 90-day employment period.
• Experience working directly with underserved and under resourced populations.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Competitive Salary
• Full Comprehensive Medical with 2 plans, Dental, and Vision
• Flex Spending Account
• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• 10 hours of monthly Paid Time Off based on FTE
• 7½ paid holidays each year 2 paid floating holidays
• Continuing Education Plan
• Employee Healthy Living Program

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at: Employment (northwesthumanservices.org)

For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: HR@nwhumanservices.org | 503.588.5828

All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check and a motor vehicle report.

Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.