Find & Apply For Community Health Worker Jobs in Battle Creek, Michigan

Job Summary/Objective:

Community Health Worker's (CHW's) provide customers at First Step, Summit Pointe's Psychiatric Urgent Care facility, linkage and connections to health and social services throughout Calhoun County. These social services include, but are not limited to economic, health, educational, social, and housing resources. CHW's engage customers at First Step to understand services they are receiving while at the facility as well as to support and monitoring care planning for customers following their evaluations at the facility. CHW's maintain a strong awareness and ability to navigate public welfare programming. CHW's work closely with Summit Pointe programs including Peer Support Specialists, Recovery Coaches, Clinicians, Technicians, as well as Summit Pointe's Integrated Care team.

Essential Duties and Functions:

Assist customers in the development of their post visit plans. Conduct ongoing engagement with the customer to support their success and connection to social, behavioral, and physical health resources. Maintain record compliance within agency requirements and standards utilizing electronic / hard copy record formats. Ensure compliance and participation with competency improvement activities including, but not limited to credentialing, continuing medical education (per licensure), and professional improvement practices. Participate in corporate quality improvement and problem-solving activities. Maintain confidentiality and privacy within MDCH, state and federal guidelines. Utilize knowledge of and act in accordance with CARF, CMS, MDCH, CCBHC, and Managed Care standards. Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be eligible to participate in and completed MiCHWA Certification within 1 year of hire. Must Reside in Calhoun County, MI. Good organizational, verbal/written communication, computer, analytical and problem-solving skills. Self-directed and resourceful. Two years of experience within a medical setting or behavioral healthcare setting preferred. Specialized training, skills, and abilities: Lived experiences with behavioral health issues are desired. One year of computer experience - Word, Excel, and electronic medical record preferred.

Benefits:

Premium health and vision within 30 days of hire Company sponsored Health Reimbursement Account Company paid short and long-term disability Employee assistance program 401(K) match up to 5% after one year of service Social security alternative contributions Free YMCA membership Generous paid time off 14 paid holidays Continuing education reimbursement Licensure study materials and exam reimbursement About Us Summit Pointe provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applicants have rights under Federal and State Employment Laws . Please click on the links below to view: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Know Your Rights Poster Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) A complete set of Employment Posters is posted outside of the Summit Pointe Human Resources Office located at 175 College St. Battle Creek, MI 49037-3432. Join the Pointe! Join Summit Pointe and join an amazing organization that makes a difference every day in Southwest Michigan! We are looking for additional team members to be part of our team! In addition to joining a dedicated, passionate group of people, our employees enjoy the following perks: Competitive salary Premium health, dental and vision benefits within 30 days of hire Deductible and co-insurance reimbursement program Short term disability, long term disability and company paid Employee Assistance Program 401(k) match after one year of service Social Security alternative contributions Free YMCA membership Generous paid time off policy Ten paid holidays Employee appreciation events throughout the year Annual performance reviews and opportunities for advancement Continuing education reimbursement Licensure study materials AND licensure exam reimbursement E-Verify Participation Right to Work Employment Poster We appreciate your interest in employment with Summit Pointe and we look forward to reviewing your completed employment application and resume. Explore Company Location www.summitpointe.org/ 175 College St, Battle Creek, MI 49037-3432, United States US +1 2699661460