Community Health Worker
Company: Presbyterian Medical Services
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: May 8, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description
JOB CATEGORY: COMMUNITY HEALTH / BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
POSITION SUMMARY: Under supervision, this position assists the
Integrated Care Team (Primary Care Physician, Nurse/Medical
Assistant, Behavioral Health provider, Care Coordinator I, Care
Coordinator II, etc.) by proactively coordinating care for patients
to facilitate the achievement of quality and cost-effective health
outcomes.
Qualifications
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED and minimum one year experience in
behavioral health, social services, health care and/or
education.
- Self-starter with strong verbal and written communication
skills.
- Comfort with change and quality improvement processes.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records strongly
preferred.
- Experience with Motivational Interviewing strongly
preferred.
- Knowledge of New Mexico and local community resources strongly
preferred.
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) or (English / Navajo) preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATION:
Must obtain within 180 days of hire and maintain current throughout
employment:
- Certification as a Community Health Worker in the State of New
Mexico SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:
This position requires successful completion of an initial
post-offer of employment:
- According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, "Healthcare
Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements," this position must
comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and
immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap,
MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee's PMS health
center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set
by the CDC and NMDOH.
- Criminal Records Check DRIVING REQUIREMENTS:
- May be required to use personal transportation to carry out job
duties.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.
- Must provide a current motor vehicle record.
- Must provide current personal owner liability automobile
insurance and must maintain the insurance coverage throughout the
course of employment in this position.
- Must submit to a motor vehicle record check on an as needed
basis and maintain a satisfactory driving record that is within the
limitations of PMS Human Resources Policy II.D.3, Automobile Usage,
and applicable state and federal laws.
- Must comply with PMS Policies on Automobile Usage, II.D.3, Drug
Free Workplace, III.H and applicable state and federal laws.
- May be required to complete transportation related trainings.
$100 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
BONUSES
- All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility
requirements.
- Current employees may be eligible for pre-approved sign-on
bonuses. (If Applicable) ABOUT PMS
- Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over
1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New
Mexico.
- Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral
health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior
programs.
- We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of
underserved areas of New Mexico.
- We operate the largest network of federally qualified health
centers in the state.
- PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services,
Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS?
- Mission-driven organization
- Competitive salaries
- Nine paid holidays and generous PTO
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- Free Life & LTD coverage
- Free discretionary pension plan contribution
- Employee recognition and engagement activities
- Robust training program
- Tuition Reimbursement
EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability
Keywords: Presbyterian Medical Services, Rio Rancho , Community Health Worker, Healthcare , Santa Fe, New Mexico
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