Classification:

Non Exempt MISN is a community based not-for-profit dedicated to health and wellness across the lifespan and access to health care for all. The organization offers programs throughout the Mid-Hudson region. Community Health Worker (CHW) - Kingston, NY This is not a virtual position. This position requires in person services. Under the supervision of the CHW Supervisor, the CHW duties and responsibilities include:

• Identify and assist individuals and families to access needed preventive and primary health care services (e.

g., preconception care, family planning, prenatal care, immunization, pediatric care and care for acute, chronic, and communicable diseases, Early Intervention, WIC, and other nutrition services, interconception care), with an emphasis on pregnant women not enrolled in health care or supportive services.

• Provide assistance and/or referrals to obtain other essential support services such as housing, financial aid, food stamps, emergency food, clothing, transportation, translation, and child care.
• Conduct basic health assessments, assists families to identify needs, provides basic health information, and make appropriate referrals through monthly home visits.
• Provide advocacy, support, and follow-up to determine if services are received and assist families with health behavior changes.
• Provide home visiting services to approximately 25 clients at any given time (40 annually) and an additional 10-15 intermittent clients (clients who do not need intensive case management, but referrals to a community resource or service.

CHW Qualifications:

• Indigenous community resident of the priority area.
• Writing ability sufficient to provide adequate documentation in the family record, referral forms and other service coordination forms, and reading ability to the level necessary to comprehend training materials and assist others to fill out forms.
• Bilingual skills, depending on the community and families being served.
• Knowledge of the community, community organizations, and community leaders.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evening and weekend hours. Valid Drivers' License and reliable car.
• Ability to lift 20 pounds.
• Ability to multitask and pivot between priorities as needed.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the program deliverables and the ongoing needs of the organization. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, or protected veteran status. We especially encourage applications from individuals who can bring diverse cultural and ethnic perspectives and experiences to out agency.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person