Health Department - Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker - $44,234 - $51,207/ Year - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off - Pension Plan Duties: - Identifies, locates, and re-engages individuals diagnosed with HIV/STDs, including those newly diagnosed, at risk of poor treatment adherence, or lost to care, to improve access to and retention in medical care. - Provides case management, care coordination, system navigation, education, and support to help clients access treatment, community resources, and supportive services, including Ryan White Program resources. - Conducts client outreach, interviews, and follow-up through phone calls, home visits, and community-based settings using motivational interviewing, goal setting, and other evidence-based engagement strategies. - Builds and maintains trusting relationships with clients, families, community partners, and healthcare providers to promote positive health outcomes. - Delivers culturally and linguistically appropriate health education on HIV/STDs, prevention, treatment adherence, behavioral health, substance use, chronic disease, parenting, and other health topics. - Plans and participates in community outreach, health promotion, screenings, presentations, and educational events in collaboration with community organizations and healthcare partners. - Serves as a client and community advocate by connecting individuals with appropriate medical, behavioral health, and social service resources. - Collaborates with Sexual Health team members, healthcare providers, and community partners to coordinate services, monitor client progress, and support continuity of care. - Maintains accurate client records, documentation, data entry, and reports in accordance with program, medical record, and grant requirements. - This description is intended to illustrate the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified. Education and Experience: - High school diploma with college experience preferred. - Preference to applicants with experience in a health related field preferably in public health dealing with high risk individuals. Training Provided Upon Hire: - HIV Test Counselor Certification Training (Modules I, II, III) - STD Treatment Guidelines - Early Intervention Services for People Living with HIV Special Requirements: - Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license with access to reliable transportation throughout the course of employment. - Non-traditional work hours may be required on occasion. In times of a public health emergency, may be required to report for specialized assigned duties inside or outside of Berrien County. - Will be encouraged to obtain Community Health Worker (CHW) and/or HIV Antibody Pre/Post Test Counselor certification. - Must be willing to obtain phlebotomy training. Required Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of HIV/STDs, including transmission, prevention, affected populations, and high-risk groups, with the ability to work effectively and respectfully with diverse communities. Familiar with HIV/STD community resources, including social, behavioral health, and referral services. Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build trust and engage clients, partners, and community members. Awareness of locations and activities associated with increased HIV risk, and th