Community Health Worker (Maternal-Infant Health Specialist)
Job Description
Description
Location: Kids’ Health Connections – Detroit, MI 48202
Position Summary: The CHW Maternal – Infant Health Specialist will function as an essential team member with the Kids Health Connection program, and as a front-line community health worker with a key focus on supporting the communities in zip codes 48089, 48091, 48021.
SEMHA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the SEMHA Human Resources Department. **
SEMHA positions are grant funded and are contingent upon the continued support of the funding throughout the duration of the assignment. ** Requirements:
Essential Functions
- The CHW will serve as a liaison between health and social services and the community to improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery.
- The Community Health Worker (CHW) will collaborate with multiple team members to deliver integrated, person-centered, and comprehensive care to eligible new mothers and successfully address the complexity of comorbid physical and behavioral health conditions.
- Engage with community members to provide feedback on programs and improve service delivery.
- Help schedule appointments and coordinate access to healthcare services.
- Maintain accurate and secure participant information.
- Always maintain professionalism.
Education And/or Experience
- A high school diploma or equivalent. At least two years’ work experience.
- Experience working in a healthcare environment strongly desired. Any experience with working with new mothers or clients with history of substance use is preferred.
- Must be detail/numbers driven and a self-starter- will succeed with minimal supervision.
- Competence in Microsoft Office computer applications (including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), internet usage, and use of office machines.
- Strong level of prioritization and organization skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work within a team-based environment.
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse population using a high degree of confidentiality.
- Valid Michigan driver’s license and automobile insurance coverage.
Salary: $18.50 hourly
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Non-Exempt
Benefits
- Health insurance, Dental insurance, and Vision insurance
- Paid time off (Holidays, Vacation, Personal, & Sick time)
- 401a & 403b (Retirement plans)
- Long Term Disability
- Employee assistance program
- Group Life Insurance
- Various Voluntary Benefit Option
Application Deadline: February 6th, 2025.
Please contact SEMHA HR Department if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online.
Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. E.O.E.**