Community Health Worker

As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment.CLASSIFICATION TITLE:Community Health WorkerSALARY:$34,155.52 - $44,177.31DEPARTMENT:Health DepartmentOpening Date:10/02/2026Closing Date:10/19/2026 12:00 a.m.FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining AgreementEMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to a probationary periodCURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 8:30 a.m.GENERAL SUMMARYAssists clients for Medicaid enrollment and other government funded programs. Schedules appointments and provides care coordination. Provides interpretation services for Spanish speaking clients at the clinic, over the phone and the home. Translates written materials into Spanish. Advocates for clients and make referrals as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESProvides direct outreach services at community sites by promoting agency services, encouraging participation in programs, promoting healthy lifestyle behaviors, and making referrals to resources.Schedules appointments and provides coordination of resources in MI Bridges.Identifies potential high risk clients in clinics and the community.Provides guidance and assistance to clients in obtaining health and social services, including Medicaid application assistance.Provides basic education on health promotion and prevention behaviors.Advocates for clients and makes referrals as needed.Reinforces teachings of Public Health Nurses and Social Workers.Provides services in a culturally appropriate manner.Provides independent home visits as directed.Maintains accurate records and completes forms relevant to the program.Assists in collection of data and compiling records and reports.Provides follow up on abnormal health screenings.Performs related work as required.QUALIFICATIONSRequired Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma (or GED)One (1) year of experience in Community Health and Human ServicesRequired Licenses or CertificationsPossession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and operable, insured automobile for authorized travelCOMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIESKnowledge of:Maternal/child health and social services systems and programsMedicaid processPrinciples and practices of basic bookkeepingModern office procedures, methods and computer equipmentSkill in:OrganizationInterpersonal skills necessary to develop and maintain effective and appropriate working relationshipsPerforming a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different naturePerforming basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, and ratiosAbility to:Maintain complete and accurate recordsIdentify high risk clients in clinic and communityEffectively speak, write and understand the English languageMeet schedules and deadlines of the workUnderstand and carry out oral and written directionsAccurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic filesMaintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundariesWORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONSThe work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/ContinuouslyWork EnvironmentOffice or similar indoor environment: F/COutdoor environment: OStreet environment (near moving traffic): N/SConstruction site: N/SConfined space: N/SIn the community (homes, businesses, etc.): OCorrectional facility, detention center or jail: N/SClinical healthcare environment: F/CWarehouse environment: N/SExposuresIndividuals who are hostile or irate: N/SIndividuals with known violent backgrounds: N/SExtreme cold ( below 32 degrees): N/SExtreme heat (above 100 degrees): N/SCommunicable diseases: OMoving mechanical parts: N/SFumes or airborne particles: N/SToxic or caustic chemicals, substances or waste: N/SLoud noises ( 85+ decibels): N/SPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.N/S =Never/Seldom O =Occasionally F/C = Frequently/ContinuouslyDemand :Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/SBending (forward or backward bending at the waist): OClimbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: N/SCrawling (moving about on hands and knees). Inspecting in confined spaces: N/SDigging: N/SDriving on sealed and unsealed roads: OGrasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: OKneeling to work at low levels: OManual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): F/CLift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another up to 30 pounds: OPush/Pull objects away from or towards the body: N/SReaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): N/SSitting in a seated position during the task performance: F/CStanding in an upright position without movement: OWalking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: ORunning considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/SGENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERSComplies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations.The AFSCME-411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Macomb-County-Government