Community Health Worker

Description

Community Health Worker

Children’s 1st

District 4 Public Health

301 Main Street

Lagrange, GA 30240

Under general to limited supervision provides community health services for children birth to age 5 within the 12 counties served by District 4 Public Health. Provides developmental screenings and patient education, advises caregivers, and makes necessary referrals for other services. Works in collaboration with public health and local community human service agencies to provide person-centered support to individuals and families; to help build client capacity to increase knowledge and self-sufficiency. Provides outreach, support, and education to the target population and their surrounding community to reduce disparities in birth outcomes.

All District 4 Public Health, County BOH employees are deemed essential employees in the event of an emergency. As such, you may be called on to participate in an event not limited to but including, staffing a shelter, a Specimen Point of Collection Site (SPOC) and/or Point of Distribution site (POD). When you are called on to participate, you are expected and it will be a part of your job requirement to participate, whether the emergency occurs during or outside regular work hours.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides developmental screening to all children from birth to age five years old who have not been referred with a previously completed developmental screening.
• Provides virtual assessments, parent education, and developmental monitoring according to Children 1st model of service delivery.
• Refers identified infants and children to public health and community programs as appropriate.
• Ensures that all children receiving services are linked to a primary healthcare provider.
• Assures that all identified families receive Children 1st Maternal Child health (MCH) Integrated assessments according to programmatic guidelines.
• Completes all necessary documentation – written and electronic – and reports requirements by specified deadline or as determined by Children -1st District Coordinator.
• Enters follow up actions and assessments into SENDSS Newborn database.
• Checks SENDSS and/or maintains a tickler system to monitor children assigned.
• Participates in health fairs and educational programs.
• Prepares to respond to public health emergencies as directed.
• Communicates in writing, orally, and through electronic means, with proper terminology and cultural proficiency.
• Adheres to the organizations policies and procedures.
• Provides general clerical support to District 4 Child Health Programs.
• Occasional travel throughout the district’s 12 counties for training and program support as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Social Services Tech 3

High School diploma/GED AND three (3) years of job-related experience in a social service-related position; OR One (1) year of experience at the lower-level Social Services Tech 2 or equivalent position

Additional Information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Public Health experience
• Experience with screening and interviewing patients
• Bilingual Spanish/English Speaking Language
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites
• Caseload management and organizational skills
• Detail oriented and excellent follow-through skills
• Good phone etiquette, message-taking, and time management skills

Benefits for Full Time Eligible Employees:

• 13 Paid Holidays
• Generous Leave Package
• Employees Retirement System
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Specified Illness
• Deferred Compensation (401K & 457 Plans)
• Atlanta Postal Credit Union

For more information on the State of Georgia Benefits visit -http://team.georgia.gov/

Additional Perks:

• A supportive and rewarding work environment
• Physical Activity Breaks
• Worksite Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program

To learn more about District 4 Public Health visit - https://www.district4health.org/

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. Position will remain open until filled and is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

*District 4 is an Equal Opportunity Employer*
The State will not unlawfully consider an applicant's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, genetic information, political affiliation, protected uniformed service, or other legally protected category when making selections.

Applicants chosen for employment will be subject to the following

Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting

Pre-employment Drug Screening

Reference Checks & Immunizations Requirements

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Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.

What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you