University of New Mexico

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

Community Health Worker,Lead - req# 14716

Posted over 1 month ago

Job Description

Community Health Worker,Lead
Requisition ID req14716
Working Title Community Health Worker,Lead
Position Grade 11
Position Summary

NOTICE: THE BEST CONSIDERATION DATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO: 03/15/2021

Be a part of an innovative strategy to support students to succeed!Join UNM-Taos to lead our campus-wide case management system that provides UM-Taos students access to social,health, and material supports. We are seeking a qualified Lead Community Health Worker(CHW) to coordinate and supervise daily activities of a team engaged in providing outreach, education, case-management, systems navigation, and access to resourcesto program participants to improve their health and well-being.

The CHW will identify and address unmet social and healthneeds of learners in both community and educational settings. They will workclosely with social service, behavioral health, and medical providers to establish inter-organizationalrelationships, communication and referral processes in order to facilitateparticipants access to services.

The position will also create program presentations, provide organizationaloutreach, and implement data tracking and analysis. The Lead CHW works underthe Student Support Services Department, along with receiving technicaldirection from our local Health Extension officer and the Student AffairsDepartment

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment
  • Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
  • Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
  • Successful candidate must submit to a pre-placement medical clearance through Employee Occupational Health Services.
  • Fingerprinting, and subsequent clearance, may be required for this position depending on assignment.
Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

A. Current Community Health Worker Certification.

B. Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.

C. Knowledge of community education agencies and resources and knowledge of multi-system outreach programs related to health care delivery, clinical education, and health-related services.

D. Ability to plan, implement, and evaluate individual case-management care plan.

E. Knowledge of social, material, and other barriers to care that may be encountered by clients.

F. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

G. Employee development and performance management skills.

H. Skill in use of technology, data management systems and tracking, and related software applications.

I. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Additional Requirements -Official transcripts, High school diploma, or GED certificate will be required for hire. Please see minimum qualifications for specifics
Campus Taos
Department Taos Branch
Employment Type Staff
Staff Type Term - Full-Time
Term End Date 09/30/2021
Status Non-Exempt
Pay $17.10- $23.53 (Hourly)
Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.
ERB Statement Temporary and on-call employees working an appointment percentage of 26 (.26 FTE) or greater, per quarter, will be eligible to earn retirement service credits and thus are required to make New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB) contributions. More information pertaining to your FTE and NMERB contributions can be reviewed on the NMERB Guidelines Clarified webpage.
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date 2/23/2021
Application Instructions

Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Required documents: 1. Cover letter (In your cover letter please discuss how you meet the preferred qualifications posted for this position.); 2. Resume/CV; 3. Three previous supervisory references with contact information; This is a term assignment ending on 09/30/2021- Continuance beyond this date is dependent on funding availability.

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.


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