Community Health Worker bei Winona Health

Community Health Worker
Live Well Winona Department
1.0 FTE, 80 Hours a Pay Period
Days, Hours between 8 am - 4:30 pm
Weekends: Occasional as needed
Holidays: No Holidays

Winona Health is a registered Community Health Worker Apprenticeship site through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. This is an opportunity for those interested in a Community Health Worker Training Program (CHWTP) Apprenticeship, to be eligible to receive an additional short-term stipend in addition to wages.

Position Overview:

The Community Health Worker employs community-based care coordination strategies outlined in the Pathways Community HUB model to improve health outcomes for targeted populations. Through community-based care coordination, this position will provide support to participants as they navigate the health care and social service systems in the Winona area. This position aims to increase access to support services, improve the quality and cultural competence of their care, and increase the health knowledge and self-management skills of participants served. The Community Health Worker has a deep knowledge and understanding of the Winona-area community, and holds lived experience that uniquely equips them to bridge barriers related to culture, race, language, socioeconomic status, or other factors. This position requires extensive travelling throughout the community working with varied populations, oftentimes in participant homes. This position works closely with other Winona Health caregivers, area social service organizations and other partners.  

 *Position may be partially or fully funded by grant(s).

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• The Community Health Worker will serve as a critical linkage between health and social services agencies by providing compassionate and professional outreach to participants identified at Winona Health or partner agencies.
• The Community Health Worker will follow up with participants in their homes or other community-based locations to conduct an in-depth evaluation of their social, medical, employment, housing, financial, or other social needs.
• The Community Health Worker will apply their shared life experience and training to assist participants with education, advocacy, care coordination, coaching, and navigation to ensure these needs are systematically addressed.
• The Community Health Worker provides communication support and acts as a participant advocate on issues of access and use of medical, social, or other services.
• As such, the Community Health Worker may facilitate transportation for participants to access healthcare or social service appointments, may attend appointments with participants, facilitate paperwork completion, ensure instructions are understood, and that progress towards self-sufficiency is being achieved.
• The Community Health Worker ensures the privacy and security of PHI (Protected Health Information) as outlined in Winona Health's policies and procedures relating to HIPAA compliance.
• Participant interactions are documented in a timely and thorough manner using a HIPPA compliant electronic data collection platform.
• The Community Health Worker will attend meetings and trainings as needed.
• Overnight travel to conferences or community health worker trainings may be required on occasion.
• The Community Health Worker may be required to distribute and discuss health promotion information to community groups as needed.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No direct reports

Skills and Experience:

Required:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Community Health Worker (CHW) certificate completion
• Minimum one-year experience volunteering or working in human services, healthcare, community outreach, health education, or related direct service
• Understanding of various healthy coping skills
• Knowledge of local community agencies and resources
• Intermediate computer skills: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Passion for working in the community to address issues of inequity
• Strong social and listening skills are desired, including the ability to build trusting relationships and work effectively with socially and medically complex participants in a variety of non-traditional settings
• Empathy, patience, and persistence are critical skills
• Ability to communicate collaboratively in a team while managing multiple priorities is required
• Creative problem-solving and attention to detail
• Effective time management skills, and sound judgment while keeping professional boundaries
• Valid driver's license, valid auto insurance, good driving record and access to reliable personal transportation

Preferred:

• Trauma Informed Care Training

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health:

At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available: 

Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives 
Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being 
Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth 
Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy:

It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
 
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer:

Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.