Catholic Charities is an organization that values helping others at any stage in their life, regardless of race, creed, or lifestyle. We place a special emphasis on helping those who are economically poor and the vulnerable. Catholic Charities is made up of multiple geographic and service-specific agencies. We are privileged to make a difference and love what we do . We value work-life balance and offer an extensive benefit package. We are currently hiring a Community Health Worker , to work in our Care Coordination Office. As the Community Health Worker , you would be responsible for: Conduct outreach and engagement activities in greater capital region based on program guidelines Maintain professional relationships with service providers Represent the agency in keeping with agency mission and standards of professionalism and ethics Provide information about diseases, medications, psychosocial issues and harm reduction education to patients/members Use health information technology to link to services and resources and communicate among team members, providers, and patients/members and their families/caregivers Collect and report on data for program evaluation Deliver the National Diabetes Prevention Program lifestyle change program as it was designed. Lifestyle Coaches can add their personal strengths as a coach and provide culturally relevant examples of food, types of physical activity, barriers, etc. but should not alter the key messages of the curriculum

Community Health Worker Minimum Salary:

$23.07

Community Health Worker Maximum Salary:

$23.07

Community Health Worker Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm (Full-time)

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Child & family studies, community mental health, counseling, education, nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, recreation, recreation therapy, rehabilitation, social work, sociology, or speech and hearing; OR NYS licensure and current registration as a Registered Nurse and a bachelor s degree; OR A Bachelor s level education or higher in any field with five years of experience working directly with persons with behavioral health diagnoses; OR A Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC).

Experience:

2 years (a Master s degree in a related field may substitute for one year s experience) in either: Providing direct services to persons diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, alcoholism or substance abuse Linking persons who have been diagnosed with mental disabilities, developmental disabilities, alcoholism or substance abuse to abroad range of services essential to successfully living in a community setting

Other:

Familiarity with and sensitivity to specialized needs of people with chronic illnesses, HIV/AIDS, of people with substance abuse and mental health issues, of people of color and of GLBT individuals. MUST have a personal cell phone, valid driver s license, proof of current car insurance and registration and access to a reliable, working vehicle.

Benefits:

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits: For benefit-eligible positions: Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Retirement planning options Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day) Click here to view our benefit brochure! A collaborative work environment Employee Assistance Program Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.) Exciting referral bonuses Ongoing training and development Recognition and Awards Career Growth A collaborative team culture Catholic Charities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants have rights under

Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)