CHW Transporter

CHW Transporter About Santo Domingo:

For over 400 years, Santo Domingo Pueblo has been one of the central Indian Pueblos in New Mexico. Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, along the I-25 corridor, over 25 different departments with more than 200 employees work together to bring the expanding top-of-line services to over 5000 members of Santo Domingo Pueblo. We work hard together while honoring the traditions and work-life balance that allows each one of us to be the best versions of ourselves.

About Our Work Environment:

Our work environment has: Friendly staff Supportive work environment Flexibility And is community service driven We offer a generous leave policy that includes vacation, holidays, and administrative days that equal up to 54 days off in a year. Affordable medical plans, health, dental, and vision. Competitive 401k retirement plan, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

Summary of Position:

As a part of the Santo Domingo Pueblo's Kewa Family Wellness Center, the CHW (Community Health Worker) Transporter primarily focuses on providing transportation services to community members within a tribal or rural healthcare setting. This role involves safely transporting individuals to and from medical appointments, ensuring their comfort and well-being during the journey, and coordinating with healthcare providers. Additionally, CHW transporters may assist with patient care, such as helping with mobility or basic needs, and advocating for their clients' health needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Knowledgeable of a holistic approach to individual and Community Health legislation, theories, practices and procedures as well as traditional medicine and medical terminology. Indian Health Service (IHS) Basic Community Health Representative (CHR) Certification. Must obtain within the first 3 months of employment. State of New Mexico Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification. Must obtain within the first 3 months of employment. CPRFirst Aide Certified or obtain within the first 30 days of employment. Indian Health Service Confidentiality training (HIPPA and Private Act Policy) or obtain within the first 3 months of employment. Fluent in Keres language is preferred and knowledgeable of Santo Domingo Pueblo's cultural values, norms and traditions. Must be able to stand, bend, and walk within the community, schools, clinics, and homes. Ability to lift 50 lbs. when necessary to set up equipment for special events, clinics, and teaching/outreach programs. Must have ability to translate written or verbal medical/health education information in English into Keres and vice versa. Extended working hours, including weekends, may be required. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a background check. Valid New Mexico driver's license with ability to meet Santo Domingo Pueblo liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance. Must be 21 years of age or older for insurance purposes. Are you ready to join our Team? If you would like to learn more about this position, see the attached link. If you would like to APPLY for this position, it can also be found on our website at Careers - (santodomingotribe.org). Santo Domingo Pueblo exercises Indian preference in employment opportunities but otherwise supports non-discrimination on the basis of age, sex, religion, disability, color, race, or national origin, except where required by bona fide business necessity.