Job Information
Baylor Scott & White Health Community Health Worker in Dallas, Texas
JOB SUMMARY
The Community Health Worker 1 delivers community health services in the areas of needs assessments, referral services, client education, documentation and diversity education.
Location: Dallas, TX
Setting: Case Management
Schedule: FT Monday-Fri 8am-5pm
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
Assists clients in gaining access to needed services and increasing health knowledge and self-sustainment while also learning how to best utilize available tools and services (e.g., outreach, patient navigation and follow-up, community health education and information, informal counseling, etc.) in order to effectively serve our clients. Assists with referrals and linkage to follow-up services within the community and within the Organization.
Assists with needs assessments and the development of patient plans.
Conducts culturally appropriate skills building self-management education sessions on different topics for groups and people. Builds knowledge of the ethnicity, language, socio-economic status and life experiences of the community served.
Learns and assists in teaching basic concepts of health promotion, disease prevention, and self-management.
Obtains basic vital signs, measures height and weight, conducts point of care testing.
Administers evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.
Assists in documenting plans, goals, education and follow-up in a timely manner, utilizing concurred upon documentation standards.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Knowledge of the community to be served.
Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
Excellent interpersonal skills that encourage relationship building with a diverse group.
Requires the capacity building and advocacy skills.
Teaching skills preferred.
Good organizational skills.
Skilled in the use of computers and related software applications.
Ability to administer evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness.
Ability to conduct needs assessments, develop patient plans, conduct and navigate patient to appropriate interventions.
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
 Community Health Worker (CHW): CHW license by the State of Texas.
As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.