Community Health Representative

Community Health Representative TraineeUnder supervision, performs paraprofessional-level health care assistance duties for clients and families. At completion of the 90-day learning period, the Community Health Representative Trainee must be able to demonstrate the responsibilities as outlined under "Additional Requirements".This list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.Responds to inquiries by phone and in person, identifies clients' needs, schedules client appointments as appropriate and transports clients, when necessary.Collects and records measurements and vital signs; interviews clients for medical, dietary and dental history as well as other needs and/or concerns.Using established protocols evaluates intake data for health risk factors and coordinates care with appropriate health care provider.Provides basic health and nutrition information to clients as well as referrals to health care services and available resources.Serves as liaison and advocate for client, health care and community providers.Conducts periodic home visits to monitor client needs.Monitors and helps to maintain eyeglasses, hearing aids, dentures and other such items to insure proper fit, function and working condition.Monitors patient medications to assure proper dosages and refills prescriptions if/when necessary.Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all protected health information in accordance with the Division's Policies and Procedures, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.Accompanies clients to referral appointments and reports pertinent information to CH supervisor and/or clinical and dental providers.Assist with the planning and implementation of health events i.e. health fairs, health screenings etc.Operates Tribal and/or GSA vehicles, ensuring they are clean and in good working condition.Other related duties as assigned.Additional Requirements: 1. At completion of the 90-day learning period, the Community Health Representative Trainee must be able to demonstrate the following (failure to demonstrate any of the following may result in extension of the learning period): a. Assist and identify client's needs. b. Schedule appointments. c. Provide transportation when needed. d. Understand established protocols. e. Basic health and nutrition information. f. CPR/First aid certification. g. Accompany clients to appointments. h. Monitor patient medication.j. Workplace professionalism. i. Assist with health screenings. ii. Practice good hygiene. iii. Uniform worn at all times while on duty. iv. Interaction with supervisors and coworkers. v. Positive attitude.Education - Experience and Training for Position: Graduation from high school or equivalent.Specific Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Required for Position: Knowledge of: First aid. Behaviors and practices to achieve and maintain good health. Health care maintenance and prevention. Health and social services and resources. Skilled in: Oral and written communication. Problem solving and client interviewing. Record-keeping. Working with diverse populations. Performing a number of tasks simultaneously. Working as a part of a multidisciplinary team. Meeting deadlines and working under time constraints. CPR- required after hire.Physical Requirements: The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this class. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to operate, finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; push and pull; and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet.Licenses or Certifications Required: Current and valid Washington State Driver's License.