Community Health Worker - Maternal Infant Health

POSITION Community Health Worker Maternal Infant Health MIH DEPARTMENT St. Joseph County Department of Health Community Access Resources and Education CARE Unit WORK SCHEDULE 800 a.m. - 430 p.m. M-F JOB CATEGORY COMOT Computer Office Machine Operation Technician SALARY Up to 45000yr. - Grant Funded STATUS Full-Time FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt DATES August 7 2026 - until filled Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Our organization is currently unable to sponsor or transfer employment visas now or in the future. Candidates requiring current or future visa sponsorship will not be considered. To perform this position successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge skill andor abilities required. St. Joseph County provides reasonable accommodations to qualified employees and applicants with known disabilities who require accommodation to complete the application process or perform essential functions of the job unless those accommodations would present an undue hardship. Incumbent serves as grant funded Community Health Worker-MIH for the Community Access Resources and Education CARE unit of the St. Joseph County Department of Health responsible for providing support and advocacy for County residents. BenefitsAffordable Medical Dental and Vision Plans Paid Time Off PTO with generous accruals Employer Paid Life Insurance coverage Short-Term and Long-Term Disability STDLTD Flexible Spending Accounts FSA for healthcare and dependent care Gym Membership Discounts to encourage wellness Employer-Funded PERF Public Employees Retirement Fund Access to additional voluntary benefits and resources Responsibilities Incumbent performs duties according to a flexible customary routine with priorities primarily determined by service needs of the public. Assignments are guided by definite objectives using a variety of methods or procedures with incumbent referring to supervisor for unusual matters such as policy interpretations. On rare occasions decisions are made in the absence of specific policies and procedures and or guidance from supervisor. Work is primarily reviewed for compliance with Department policy. Errors in work are usually detected or prevented through instructions from supervisor and procedural safeguards. Undetected errors could result in inconvenience to other agencies or the public. Qualifications Advocates for County residents on issues that impact individual health and wellness. Utilizes creative ideas to reach out to underserved community members connect them with resources and reduce health disparities. Participates in community conversations in collaboration with other units partners and community members. Represents Department in a professional manner while in community and speaking publicly.Assists clients with scheduling OBprenatal WIC or other community resource appointments or assists with obtaining medical care clothing transportation and other needs.Provides insurance navigation and education to ensure community members access to medical services.Completes Medicaid supplemental nutritional assistance and temporary cash assistance applications via state Family and Social Services Administration FSSA portal.Provides lead poisoning screening for qualifying children. Position duties may specialize in lead poisoning education screening testing and other assistance.Maintains complete and accurate records of activities and services provided updating client files entering data collected in computer system. Follows up with community members organizations and other Units to ensure client needs are EducationExperience High school diploma or HSE required with one 1 year of community-based experience providing advocacy and support.Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain required certifications and training including but not limited to Community Health Worker certification Indiana Navigator CPR COVID-19 testing lead testing blood pressure screenings FEMA and other internal or external trainings as required.Ability to occasionally work extended evening or weekend hours and respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis or from off-duty status.Possession of a valid drivers license and demonstrated safe driving record.