Community Health Worker
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
**Job Summary and Responsibilities** Under the direction of the Program Manager, Community Health Worker's are responsible for conducting outreach and education activities for identified populations. Community Health Worker's are responsible for identifying possible outreach and education locations and effective strategies to reach target population. Community Health Worker's will lead education sessions to both groups and individuals. Community Health Worker's working under this program will need to adhere to established procedures for outreach, education, advocacy and client referral. The focus area for Community Health Worker's will vary according to program goals. Community Health Worker's must become knowledgeable of focus area content, approved messaging and required procedures to advocate for clients. Community Health Worker's will need to adhere to established procedures for outreach, educations, advocacy, and client referral
**Job Requirements**
**Minimum Requirements:**
+ A minimum of one-year experience in community outreach, education advocacy work
+ Bilingual in English and Spanish
**Where You'll Work**
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here (***************************************************************************** at *****************************************************************************
\#bakersfield RN
One Community. One Mission. One California (********************************** QgPZ6ZWZM60TPV)
**Pay Range**
$24.00 - $31.52 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Community Health Worker - Bakersfield
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Job Description
Akido builds AI-powered doctors. Akido is the first AI-native care provider, combining cutting-edge technology with a nationwide medical network to address America's physician shortage and make exceptional healthcare universal. Its AI empowers doctors to deliver faster, more accurate, and more compassionate care.
Serving 500K+ patients across California, Rhode Island, and New York, Akido offers primary and specialty care in 26 specialties-from serving unhoused communities in Los Angeles to ride-share drivers in New York.
Founded in 2015 (YC W15), Akido is expanding its risk-bearing care models and scaling ScopeAI, its breakthrough clinical AI platform. Read more about Akido's $60M Series B. More info at Akidolabs.com.
The Community Health Worker (CHW) will case manage patients with complex medical and social needs. CHW will work with patients to improve health outcomes in patients through through education, motivation, and peer support.
What you'll do
Manage a caseload of patients. This includes completing assessment forms with patients, developing care plans (with patients and clinical staff), and carrying out activities according to the care plan.
Build rapport with patients with a goal of increasing the likelihood of positive behavior changes.
Coach patients to minimize risks associated with the identified common health conditions and behaviors.
Accompany members to medical and social services appointments.
Connect members to appropriate programs to address barriers to care.
Link members to local, county and state services. Follow up with members and serve as a member advocate.
Document information from every encounter in designated information systems.
Outreach and engage with eligible patients to enroll them into the Akido ECM Program.
Other duties as assigned.
Who you are
High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred).
2+ years of experience with and comfort working with the following populations: people experiencing homelessness, adults with SMI/SUD, adults transitioning from incarceration (required).
Ability to work in a dynamic, outdoors environment (required).
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team (required).
Ability to prioritize multiple and competing tasks (required).
Ability to communicate effectively, including articulating one's own relevant personal experiences (required).
Maintenance of reliable transportation (required).
Proficiency in operating a computer and documenting information into designated systems (required).
Travel 50-75% - must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation (required).
Compensation
$25/hour
Benefits
Health benefits include medical, dental and vision
Paid sick time in accordance in CA law.
Accrued paid time off (PTO)
Location: Bakersfields, CA
Physical Demands: Work may include both sedentary office duties and active engagement in the field, requiring walking and standing for extended periods.
Hourly pay range$22-$28 USD
Akido Labs, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to contact us about appropriate employment opportunities.
Senior Community Health Worker
Community health worker job in Selma, CA
Salary Range: $23.00 - $28.62 per hour
Olive View UCLA Medical Center (OVMC) is a facility/department within the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services (LACO-DHS). Olive View UCLA Medical Center (OVMC) is a community hospital where the primary focus is to contribute to the health of the communities it serves by providing high quality, patient-centered care.
Description:
Qualified individuals will use several technology platforms, this includes ORCHID electronic health records and websites to assist in determining insurance coverage verification. This functional unit is a fast-paced, high-volume environment which interacts with patients. This position must adhere to HIPAA and patient confidentiality requirements while providing high levels of customer services in a culturally and linguistically sensitive fashion. As one of the first points of contact with Olive View UCLA Medical Center and the Department of Health Services, this position is essentially to creating an environment for a positive patient experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Patient Access:
Greets and registers patients in person, not limited to obtaining demographics, preferred pharmacy, emergency contact and insurance information; enrolling patient using electronic system; providing forms to patients and completes paperwork for requested services; determining when language interpretation is needed; and orienting patients to Health Services by providing direction to appropriate locations for services
Evaluates patients' financial data and resources to determine ability to reimburse the County for services consistent with department policy; completes/assists patients with completion of benefits forms for third-party resources; contacts private insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorization for services; verifies existing governmental coverage for health care services; and refers patients without existing financial resources or with complex financial eligibility issues to a Patient Financial Services Worker or Patient Relations Representative
Communicates with patients, responsible relatives and/or representatives, attorneys, employers, and insurance companies to explain County policies and obtain, verify, or clarify information required to complete billing forms
Completes required federal, state, and County forms for patients during Emergency Department/Urgent Care visits
Re-verifies eligibility in the month of the appointment to financially clear patients for appointments; conducts patient outreach by phone and/or mail; explains coverage options; refers patients to member services as needed; and cancels appointments
Checks-in patients for appointments to explain payment options, obtain signatures, collect fees, and update records of insurance and patient identification
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Knowledge of financial clearance process
Patient registration experience
Ability to work independently in a high-volume work environment
Ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments simultaneously
Strong problem-solving skills
Operating Systems:
Ability to use several technology platforms simultaneously
Assures proper understanding and adherence to ER registration guidelines rules.
Customer Services:
Adhere to LACO-DHS behavior and appearance standards
Demonstrates strong customer service and communication skills
Treats patients with courtesy and respect
Adheres to HIPAA and patient confidentiality
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience
Minimum 2 years customer service experience
Certificates/Licenses/Clearances
Clearances per DHS employment contract
Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Proficient skill set in using an array of Microsoft Office Suite software programs such as Word, Outlook, and TEAMS, etc.
Typing skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand: Occasionally
Walk: Occasionally
Sit: Constantly
Handling: Frequently
Reach Outward: Occasionally
Reach Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Climb, Crawl, Kneel, Bend: Not Applicable
Lift / Carry: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
Push/Pull: Occasionally - Up to 15 lbs.
See: Constantly
Taste/ Smell: Not Applicable
Not Applicable = Not required for essential functions
Occasionally = (0 - 2 hrs/day)
Frequently = (2 - 5 hrs/day)
Constantly = (5+ hrs/day)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
General Office Setting, Indoors Temperature Controlled
EEOC STATEMENT
It is the policy of Heluna Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, without regard to age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or a record or history of cancer), AIDS or HIV, genetic information or characteristics, veteran status or military service.
Community Health Worker
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Where You'll Work
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at *****************************************************************************
#bakersfield RN
One Community. One Mission. One California
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Program Manager, Community Health Worker's are responsible for conducting outreach and education activities for identified populations. Community Health Worker's are responsible for identifying possible outreach and education locations and effective strategies to reach target population. Community Health Worker's will lead education sessions to both groups and individuals. Community Health Worker's working under this program will need to adhere to established procedures for outreach, education, advocacy and client referral. The focus area for Community Health Worker's will vary according to program goals. Community Health Worker's must become knowledgeable of focus area content, approved messaging and required procedures to advocate for clients. Community Health Worker's will need to adhere to established procedures for outreach, educations, advocacy, and client referral
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
A minimum of one-year experience in community outreach, education advocacy work
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Auto-ApplyCommunity Health Worker
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Job Summary and Responsibilities Under the direction of the Program Manager, Community Health Worker's are responsible for conducting outreach and education activities for identified populations. Community Health Worker's are responsible for identifying possible outreach and education locations and effective strategies to reach target population. Community Health Worker's will lead education sessions to both groups and individuals. Community Health Worker's working under this program will need to adhere to established procedures for outreach, education, advocacy and client referral. The focus area for Community Health Worker's will vary according to program goals. Community Health Worker's must become knowledgeable of focus area content, approved messaging and required procedures to advocate for clients. Community Health Worker's will need to adhere to established procedures for outreach, educations, advocacy, and client referral
Job Requirements
Minimum Requirements:
* A minimum of one-year experience in community outreach, education advocacy work
* Bilingual in English and Spanish
Where You'll Work
Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at *****************************************************************************
#bakersfield RN
One Community. One Mission. One California
Community Health Worker - Outreach
Community health worker job in Lemoore, CA
ACHC is a Federally Qualified Health Center and licensed primary care clinic. We provide Family Medicine and Dental Care, with additional specialists in Behavioral Health, Chiropractic, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Pediatrics, Podiatry and Optometry. ACHC Clinics are located across Fresno, Kings and Tulare counties.
The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for educating members of the community about health and wellness issues and practices. In this position, you may provide literature, organize events, or communicate directly with community members to teach them about disease prevention, how to access medical care, and how to develop healthy habits. In addition to providing health information to the population, you may work with ACHC healthcare team, community stakeholders, and other health outreach workers to develop a plan for outreach programs and campaigns.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with community members within the rural communities while providing general support and encouragement.
* Follow up with community members with identified resources and/or education materials.
* Participate in community outreach events hosted by ACHC and/or invited to.
* Provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate.
* Effectively communicate ACHC's mission to community members.
* Knowledgeable about community resources appropriate to the needs of patients/families.
* Act as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies.
* Attend regular staff meetings, training courses and other meetings, as requested.
* Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times.
* Drive to other sites and locations frequently.
* Maintain a strong level of confidentiality due to the sensitivity of materials and information handled.
* Act in a professional manner and consistently demonstrate and promote the values of respect, honesty, and dignity for the patient, families, and all members of the healthcare team.
* Maintain excellent working relations with patients, visitors and staff.
* Other duties as assigned.
Community Health Worker - Kern County
Community health worker job in Kernville, CA
Description The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for helping patients and their families to navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW supports providers and the Case Managers through an integrated approach to care management and community outreach. As a priority, activities will promote, maintain, and improve the health of patients and their family. CHW provides social support and informal counseling, advocates for individuals and community health needs.
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Salary Range
$26.00 - $30.00 per hour
Reports To
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Direct Reports
None
Location
Kern County, CA
Travel
Up to 80%
Work Type
Regular
Schedule
Full Time
Position Description:
Educating members about ECM services, assisting them with enrollment and serving as the primary liaison between the member and any services they may need.
Support individuals and family as they navigate the health care system and transition to improvement in self-care and health care management.
Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and their families while providing general support and encouragement.
Provide ongoing follow-up, basic motivational interviewing, and goal setting with
patients/families.
Helping bridge conversations with members and remove barriers that prevent them from accessing health and social services; and conduct face-to-face outreach to panel of members for appointment scheduling, needs assessment, and care gap closure.
Meeting member in clinic, facility or at home to help identify social determinants of health impacting member's health and general well-being.
Collaborate with the full care team to create an individualized, linguistically and culturally appropriate care plan for every enrolled member.
Assists members in accessing health-related services and community resources, such as accompaniment to specialist appointments and assistance with enrollment forms.
Facilitates communication between all parties (members, families, colleagues, and community-based organizations) as needed.
Documents interactions with members and on behalf of members in medical record
Follow - up with patients via phone calls, home visits and visits to other settings where patients can be found.
Help patients set personal health related goals and attend appointments.
Provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate.
Help patients connect with transportation resources and provide appointment reminders in special circumstances.
Exhibit excellent working relations with patients, visitors and staff,
Effectively communicating CHS' mission.
Work closely with medical providers to help ensure that patients have comprehensive and coordinated care plans.
Work collaboratively with other clinical personnel assigned to the same patient.
Knowledgeable about community resources appropriate to needs of patients/families.
Responsible for providing consistent communication to the Case Manager to evaluate patient/family status, ensuring that provided information, and reports clearly describe progress.
Act as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies.
Record patient care management information in the EMR and other software no later than 24 hours after patient contact.
Manage assigned caseload of patients.
Always maintain HIPPA compliance.
Competencies:
Good organizational skills to handle multiple priorities while remaining professional and calm.
Ability to work with many diverse people, including children and teenagers.
Effective telephone skills.
Strong level of confidentiality due to the sensitivity of materials and information handled.
Ability to make suggestions on workflow or system efficiency and effectiveness.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed and flexible.
Ability to prioritize.
Ability to perform functions with minimal supervision.
Ability to work at a high-volume level of accuracy.
Position Expectations:
Be committed to the mission of COPE Health Solutions ECM Program.
Behave in a professional manner and consistently demonstrate and promote the values of respect, honesty, and dignity for the patient, families, and all members of the health care team.
Committed to the constant pursuit of excellence and teamwork in improving the care of the patient and families in the community.
Be punctual for scheduled work and use time appropriately.
Perform duties in a conscientious, cooperative manner.
Perform required amount of work in a timely fashion with a minimum of errors.
Be neat and maintain a professional appearance.
Maintain confidentiality and protect the program by abiding by laws and principles related to confidentiality; keep information concerning Program Operations, patients and employees confidential.
Qualifications:
Valid California Driver's License
High school graduate or equivalent required; Associate's Degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
Successful completion of a Community Health Worker formal training program such as from a college or other education institution is preferred.
Written and oral fluency in English and Spanish is preferred.
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting.
Willing to learn and understand a variety of different cultures, perspectives, and norms.
Experience working in a community-based setting for at least 1 to 2 years preferred.
Basic computer skills required; electronic medical record (EMR) experience preferred.
Understand the community served, community connectedness.
Good communication skills, such as listening well, and using language appropriately.
Ability and willingness to provide emotional support, encouragement, and motivation to patients.
Benefits:As a firm passionate about health care, we're deeply committed to the health and wellness of our own team members. We offer comprehensive, affordable insurance plans for our team and their families, and a host of other unique benefits, such as a yearly stipend for wellness-related activities, and a paid parental leave program. You can learn more about our benefits offerings here: *******************************************************************
What We Do: COPE Health Solutions (CHS) is a national tech enabled services firm powering success in risk arrangements and development of the future workforce for payers and providers. Our team brings deep expertise, experience, proven tools, and processes to improve financial performance and quality outcomes for all types of payers and providers, de-risking the roadmap to advanced value-based payment.
Our firm has expertise in all aspects of population health, strategy, delivery system development, payment systems reform, workforce development and population health management support services, including peerless analytics and performance improvement. We are driven by our passion to help transform health care delivery, align financial incentives to support population health management and build the workforce needed as health care moves to value-based care.
COPE Health Solutions' Analytics for Risk Contracting (ARC) Suite provides a powerful array of analytic and reporting tools designed to achieve optimal value and performance for organizations currently in or planning to move to risk-based arrangements. Leveraging our extensive, hands-on expertise in helping IPAs, ACOs and health systems achieve successful outcomes in risk contracts, our team of managed care experts draw insights from the analytic outputs that are tailored to each organization's unique circumstances to interpret the data and recommend initiatives to help improve total cost and quality.
Our multidisciplinary team of health care experts provides our clients with the experience, capabilities, and tools needed to plan for, design, implement and support both the development and execution of strategy and developing solutions to some of the industry's most complex problems. We partner with our clients through aligned mission and financial incentives to pursue performance excellence in a challenging and rapidly evolving health care environment. To Apply: To apply for this position, or to view all available positions, visit us at ********************************************************
Auto-ApplyHealth Educator I (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services. Essential Responsibilities: Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services. Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public. Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health education materials. Consults with physicians and staff regarding related health education services. Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays and community health events. Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required. Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation as assigned. Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities. If Medical Nutrition Therapy is performed, under California Law, this will be performed by only a Registered Dietitian. If the position requires a Registered Dietitian then this section applies: Individual Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): Provides high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused MNT, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning and education for appropriate nutrition intervention. Develops, implements and monitors ongoing plan of care based on the screening and assessment of the patient specific nutrition care plans/education and based on the patients age, nutrition and psychosocial status, diagnosis, cultural background and religious affiliation. Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services (usually 1 year). Previous experience in curriculum development. Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory, group process theory and application. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Knowledge of PC applications required. If position requires the candidate to be a Registered Dietitian, then the following applies: Must be a Registered Dietitian (RD), as confirmed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Pre-RDs may be considered if: candidate has completed the Supervised Practice Program (SPP) for RDs, AND not more than six months has passed since completing the SPP, AND candidate has not previously failed the RD registration exam, AND candidate must become a RD within 6 months of completing the SPP to comply with California Law. Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems. Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications. Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment
Education
+ Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in health education required.
License, Certification, Registration
+ N/A
Additional Requirements:
+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Two years of recent teaching/program planning. Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services. Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory. Curriculum and materials development. Demonstrated ability to use effective verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred. PC skills Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience.
Notes:
+ Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test (within the last 12 months), or be active in the QBS program.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Health Educator I (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
LOCATION: Bakersfield, California
REQNUMBER: 1355982
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Senior Program Specialist (VITA Site Coordinator)
Community health worker job in Visalia, CA
Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge of computer usage and applications;
Knowledge of federal state and tax laws.
Ability to review programs effectively and make recommendations as needed.
Ability to learn quickly, meet deadlines, be highly organized and a team player;
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision;
Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
Excellent communications skills with the ability to effectively teach concepts to volunteers and a variety of groups and cultural populations.
Skills in short-range organizational planning and volunteer management.
Skill in making sound, independent judgments within specific department guidelines and practices.
Excellent writing skills and ability to prepare training presentations for staff and volunteers.
Available to work some Friday nights, and all day Saturday and Sunday.
Must be able to pass the Advanced and Site Coordinator Level Certification test provided by the IRS.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plain and solid geometry and trigonometry; Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of or ability to obtain California driver's license and proof of auto insurance is required.
Ability to pass the Advance Level and Site Coordinator Certification through the IRS.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position is typically situated in a standard office environment resulting in little exposure to the weather and requiring no unusual physical abilities. Positions may be required to sit for lengthy periods of time.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics 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
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Two-or-more years related experience in tax preparation and/or VITA program.
Must pass/have passed the VITA Advanced Volunteer Tax Preparer Certification or possess/attained a California Tax Education Council (CTEC) certificate within the past 2 years.
Must pass Advanced Volunteer Tax Prepare Certification by the end of May 2023.
Sr Program Specialist-VITA Site Coordinator
CSET is recruiting seven site coordinators to oversee our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site. This 20-40 hour per week position requires accuracy, attention to details, good customer service, ability to work independently with diverse populations, and volunteer management skills. English/Spanish fluency is required due to the large number of Spanish speaking clients served by the program.
This is a temporary part-time position that does not provide benefits. Person must be available to work flexible work hours. Experience in preparing taxes is preferred. In order to qualify for an interview, applicants must pass the Advance Level Certification and Site Coordinator Test in the Volunteer Assistor's Test available at our Visalia office (312 NW 3rd Avenue; Visalia, CA 93277) or online at the IRS website:
Candidate Screening Process Only complete applicant information will be evaluated by the screening committee as soon as possible after the closing date. Application materials will be evaluated to determine how fully the applicant meets the Desirable Qualifications. This evaluation process will determine which applicants may be invited for an interview. The most successful interviewees will be invited to a second interview. All costs incurred as a result of the application/selection process shall be borne by the applicant. Note: Incomplete applicant information will not be forwarded for consideration in the hiring process. All documents received become the property of CSET and will not be returned. Human Resources will not copy any of the materials submitted for the applicant. Notice to all candidates for employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country. This requirement applies to both United States citizens and aliens. Community Service, Employment and Training, Inc. is an equal Employment Opportunity Employer, committed to equal opportunity and treatment in all aspects of it relations with staff members, without regard to race, color, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age or disability. Work Hours: Maximum of 40 hours per week
Site Coordinator must be available to work Saturdays until August 31, 2023 (depending on IRS timelines) managing VITA site.
Site Coordinator will train tax preparers at their VITA site.
Site Coordinator will assist in error checking tax returns processed at their VITA site.
Site Coordinator may be asked to work weeknights in surrounding cities throughout Tulare County and travel throughout.
Salary Range: $20.01- $27.27 hourly
Deadline: open until filled
Must be able to travel countywide
It is our company policy to conduct fingerprint testing with each employee upon hire if they are assigned to work with our agency.
Fingerprint status is a condition to employment with C-SET. Information obtained is kept confidential. Fingerprinting is obtained prior to job assignment and does not constitute an offer of employment.
Outreach Specialist
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Job DescriptionDescription:
The Outreach Specialist provides support to the Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program and other special programs to ensure engagement, enrollment and follow up on members related to ECM other special programs. The Outreach Specialist works alongside specialized internal team including case managers, providers, and administrators to provide continuity and initiation of program services in which outreach and engagement are central. Outreach will be telephonic, electronic, or in-person at the members' home, in the community, or in the office. The Outreach Specialist is responsible for keeping detailed records of their efforts and communicating regularly with Supervisors and Program Managers.
Requirements:
Education: High School Diploma from an accredited school or equivalent required. Associate degree or Medical Assistant (MA) Certificate preferred.
Experience: Three (3) or more years of recent experience in customer service-related field with a high degree of problem solving and decision making. Strong telephone and communication skills required. Preferred experience in a patient centered medical environment.
Certified Peer Recovery Coach - Mental Health 633
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
We have over 300 Peer roles at Telecare. We value this lived experience and this is what we are trying to grow within the organization. We have a career ladder specific to our Peer Workforce.
What You Will Do to Change Lives
The Peer Recovery Coach I engages, inspires, and facilitates meaningful conversations with members served that assist the members to explore, create, and meet their own recovery goals. Peer Recovery Coaches provide consultation to the team to promote and reinforce Telecare's Recovery Culture as defined by the Telecare Recovery Centered Clinical System (RCCS) in which each member's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into services and self-help programming. Additionally, Peer Recovery Coaches respond to critical situations with high-level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for members served experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.
Shifts Available:
Full-Time; AM | 8:30am - 5:00pm | Monday - Friday, and some Saturdays
Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $23.71. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
· High School Diploma or GED required
· Peer Certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained throughout employment
o California: obtain Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA prior to hire date and maintained throughout employment.
• One (1) year or part-time equivalent of experience supporting members served with behavioral health challenges
• Experience as a beneficiary of the public Behavioral Health system of care
• Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.
• Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
• Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc.
(weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
What's In It For You*
• Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching and mentorship
• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• For more information visit: *************************************
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Telecare FSP is an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program which serves up to 170 MHSA and AB109 individuals with SMI who have not responded well to traditional outpatient behavioral health care. Clients referred to this program should expect to receive a comprehensive array of ACT services and supports.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
*May vary by position and location
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Peer Support Specialist, Peer Recovery, Peer Employment Training, PET
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Certified Peer Recovery Coach - Mental Health 633
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
We have over 300 Peer roles at Telecare. We value this lived experience and this is what we are trying to grow within the organization. We have a career ladder specific to our Peer Workforce. What You Will Do to Change Lives The Peer Recovery Coach I engages, inspires, and facilitates meaningful conversations with members served that assist the members to explore, create, and meet their own recovery goals. Peer Recovery Coaches provide consultation to the team to promote and reinforce Telecare's Recovery Culture as defined by the Telecare Recovery Centered Clinical System (RCCS) in which each member's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into services and self-help programming. Additionally, Peer Recovery Coaches respond to critical situations with high-level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for members served experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.
Shifts Available:
Full-Time; AM | 8:30am - 5:00pm | Monday - Friday, and some Saturdays
Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $23.71. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
* High School Diploma or GED required
* Peer Certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained throughout employment
o California: obtain Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA prior to hire date and maintained throughout employment.
* One (1) year or part-time equivalent of experience supporting members served with behavioral health challenges
* Experience as a beneficiary of the public Behavioral Health system of care
* Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.
* Valid and current driver's license, and personal vehicle insurance with your name listed as a driver.
* Willingness to use your personal vehicle to drive clients to appointments and groups, etc. (weekly mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate)
What's In It For You*
* Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
* Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
* Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching and mentorship
* Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
* Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
* For more information visit: *************************************
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Telecare FSP is an Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program which serves up to 170 MHSA and AB109 individuals with SMI who have not responded well to traditional outpatient behavioral health care. Clients referred to this program should expect to receive a comprehensive array of ACT services and supports.
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
* May vary by position and location
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Peer Support Specialist, Peer Recovery, Peer Employment Training, PET
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Community Health Worker - Bakersfield
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Akido builds AI-powered doctors. Akido is the first AI-native care provider, combining cutting-edge technology with a nationwide medical network to address America's physician shortage and make exceptional healthcare universal. Its AI empowers doctors to deliver faster, more accurate, and more compassionate care.
Serving 500K+ patients across California, Rhode Island, and New York, Akido offers primary and specialty care in 26 specialties-from serving unhoused communities in Los Angeles to ride-share drivers in New York.
Founded in 2015 (YC W15), Akido is expanding its risk-bearing care models and scaling ScopeAI, its breakthrough clinical AI platform. Read more about Akido's $60M Series B. More info at Akidolabs.com.
The Community Health Worker (CHW) will case manage patients with complex medical and social needs. CHW will work with patients to improve health outcomes in patients through through education, motivation, and peer support.
What you'll do
Manage a caseload of patients. This includes completing assessment forms with patients, developing care plans (with patients and clinical staff), and carrying out activities according to the care plan.
Build rapport with patients with a goal of increasing the likelihood of positive behavior changes.
Coach patients to minimize risks associated with the identified common health conditions and behaviors.
Accompany members to medical and social services appointments.
Connect members to appropriate programs to address barriers to care.
Link members to local, county and state services. Follow up with members and serve as a member advocate.
Document information from every encounter in designated information systems.
Outreach and engage with eligible patients to enroll them into the Akido ECM Program.
Other duties as assigned.
Who you are
High School Diploma or equivalent (required).
Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred).
2+ years of experience with and comfort working with the following populations: people experiencing homelessness, adults with SMI/SUD, adults transitioning from incarceration (required).
Ability to work in a dynamic, outdoors environment (required).
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team (required).
Ability to prioritize multiple and competing tasks (required).
Ability to communicate effectively, including articulating one's own relevant personal experiences (required).
Maintenance of reliable transportation (required).
Proficiency in operating a computer and documenting information into designated systems (required).
Travel 50-75% - must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation (required).
Compensation
$25/hour
Benefits
Health benefits include medical, dental and vision
Paid sick time in accordance in CA law.
Accrued paid time off (PTO)
Location: Bakersfields, CA
Physical Demands: Work may include both sedentary office duties and active engagement in the field, requiring walking and standing for extended periods.
Hourly pay range$22-$28 USD
Akido Labs, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage qualified applicants of every background, ability, and life experience to contact us about appropriate employment opportunities.
Auto-ApplyHealth Educator I (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services.
Essential Responsibilities:
Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services. Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public. Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health education materials. Consults with physicians and staff regarding related health education services. Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays and community health events. Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required. Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation as assigned. Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities. If Medical Nutrition Therapy is performed, under California Law, this will be performed by only a Registered Dietitian. If the position requires a Registered Dietitian then this section applies: Individual Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): Provides high quality, evidence-based, efficient, customer-focused MNT, including nutrition screening, assessment, care planning and education for appropriate nutrition intervention. Develops, implements and monitors ongoing plan of care based on the screening and assessment of the patient specific nutrition care plans/education and based on the patients age, nutrition and psychosocial status, diagnosis, cultural background and religious affiliation. Other duties as assigned.
Outreach Specialist
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
The Outreach Specialist provides support to the Enhanced Care Management (ECM) program and other special programs to ensure engagement, enrollment and follow up on members related to ECM other special programs. The Outreach Specialist works alongside specialized internal team including case managers, providers, and administrators to provide continuity and initiation of program services in which outreach and engagement are central. Outreach will be telephonic, electronic, or in-person at the members' home, in the community, or in the office. The Outreach Specialist is responsible for keeping detailed records of their efforts and communicating regularly with Supervisors and Program Managers.
Requirements
Education: High School Diploma from an accredited school or equivalent required. Associate degree or Medical Assistant (MA) Certificate preferred.
Experience: Three (3) or more years of recent experience in customer service-related field with a high degree of problem solving and decision making. Strong telephone and communication skills required. Preferred experience in a patient centered medical environment.
Certified Peer Recovery Coach - Mental Health 626
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
We have over 300 Peer roles at Telecare. We value this lived experience and this is what we are trying to grow within the organization. We have a career ladder specific to our Peer Workforce.
What You Will Do to Change Lives
The Peer Recovery Coach I engages, inspires, and facilitates meaningful conversations with members served that assist the members to explore, create, and meet their own recovery goals. Peer Recovery Coaches provide consultation to the team to promote and reinforce Telecare's Recovery Culture as defined by the Telecare Recovery Centered Clinical System (RCCS) in which each member's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into services and self-help programming. Additionally, Peer Recovery Coaches respond to critical situations with high-level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for members served experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.
Shifts Available:
Short-Hour .4 | PM weekends | 3:00pm-11:30pm | Sat- Sun
Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $23.71. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
· High School Diploma or GED required
· Peer Certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained throughout employment
o California: obtain Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA prior to hire date and maintained throughout employment.
• One (1) year or part-time equivalent of experience supporting members served with behavioral health challenges
• Experience as a beneficiary of the public Behavioral Health system of care
• Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.
What's In It For You*
• Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
• Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
• Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching and mentorship
• Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• For more information visit: *************************************
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Telecare Kern Adult Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 16-bed acute inpatient facility for adults 18+ experiencing a mental health illness related emergency. Admission is voluntary or involuntary (5150).
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
*May vary by position and location
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Peer Support Specialist, Peer Recovery, Peer Employment Training, PET
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Certified Peer Recovery Coach - Mental Health 626
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
We have over 300 Peer roles at Telecare. We value this lived experience and this is what we are trying to grow within the organization. We have a career ladder specific to our Peer Workforce. What You Will Do to Change Lives The Peer Recovery Coach I engages, inspires, and facilitates meaningful conversations with members served that assist the members to explore, create, and meet their own recovery goals. Peer Recovery Coaches provide consultation to the team to promote and reinforce Telecare's Recovery Culture as defined by the Telecare Recovery Centered Clinical System (RCCS) in which each member's point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected, and integrated into services and self-help programming. Additionally, Peer Recovery Coaches respond to critical situations with high-level engagement and de-escalation skills which support a least restrictive environment for members served experiencing an emergency related to a mental health/addiction challenge.
Shifts Available:
Short-Hour .4 | PM weekends | 3:00pm-11:30pm | Sat- Sun
Expected starting wage range is $21.00 - $23.71. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.
What You Bring to the Table (Must Have)
* High School Diploma or GED required
* Peer Certification must be obtained prior to hire and maintained throughout employment
o California: obtain Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification through CalMHSA prior to hire date and maintained throughout employment.
* One (1) year or part-time equivalent of experience supporting members served with behavioral health challenges
* Experience as a beneficiary of the public Behavioral Health system of care
* Successful completion of Peer Support Training or Peer Employment Training.
What's In It For You*
* Paid Time Off: For Full Time Employee it is 16.7 days in your first year
* Nine Paid Holidays & Shift differentials for hourly staff (6% for PM Shift, 10% for Overnight Shift). Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff (5% for Weekend AM Shift, 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend Overnight Shift)
* Free CEUs, free Supervision for BBS Associate License, coaching and mentorship
* Online University Tuition Discount and Company Scholarships
* Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance, 401K, Employee Stock Ownership Plan
* For more information visit: *************************************
Join Our Compassionate Team
Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.
Telecare Kern Adult Psychiatric Health Facility (PHF) is a 16-bed acute inpatient facility for adults 18+ experiencing a mental health illness related emergency. Admission is voluntary or involuntary (5150).
EOE AA M/F/V/Disability
* May vary by position and location
Full Job Description will be provided if selected for an interview.
Peer Support Specialist, Peer Recovery, Peer Employment Training, PET
If job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.
Health Educator II (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services. Essential Responsibilities: + Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards
+ Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services.
+ Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public.
+ Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health education materials.
+ Consults with physicians and staff regarding related health education services.
+ Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays and community health events.
+ Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required.
+ Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation as assigned.
+ Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities.
+ + Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services (usually 1 year).
Education
+ Master's degree in a field related to the position or one of the following certifications: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD), Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP), Fellow of the American Dietetic Association (FADA), or International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
License, Certification, Registration
+ N/A
Additional Requirements:
+ Previous experience in curriculum development.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory, group process theory and application.
+ Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
+ Knowledge of PC applications required
+ Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems.
+ Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications.
+ Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment
+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Two (2) years of recent teaching/program planning.
+ Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory.
+ Curriculum and materials development.
+ Demonstrated ability to use effective verbal and written communication skills.
+ Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
+ PC skills.
+ Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience.
Notes:
+ Will need to be available to work out of each medical office building in Kern County.
+ Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test within the last twelve (12) months or be active in the QBS program.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Health Educator II (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
LOCATION: Bakersfield, California
REQNUMBER: 1337431
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Health Educator II-PT/Hourly (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services. Essential Responsibilities: + Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards
+ Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services.
+ Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public.
+ Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health education materials.
+ Consults with physicians and staff regarding related health education services.
+ Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays and community health events.
+ Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required.
+ Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation as assigned.
+ Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities.
+ Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
+ Previous experience in providing and coordinating health education services (usually one (1) year).
Education
+ Master's degree in a field related to the position or one of the following certifications: Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE), Certified Nutrition Support Dietitian (CNSD), Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR), Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP), Fellow of the American Dietetic Association (FADA), or International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
License, Certification, Registration
+ N/A
Additional Requirements:
+ Previous experience in curriculum development.
+ Demonstrated knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory, group process theory and application.
+ Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
+ Knowledge of PC applications required.
+ Demonstrates working knowledge of mainframe and personal computing systems.
+ Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, written and verbal communications.
+ Must be able to work in a Labor Management Partnership Environment.
+ Bilingual (English/Spanish) Level II required.
Preferred Qualifications:
+ Two (2) years of recent teaching/program planning.
+ Knowledge of behavior change, adult learning theory.
+ Curriculum and materials development.
+ Demonstrated ability to use effective verbal and written communication skills.
+ Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
+ PC skills Previous individual, small group and large group/classroom training/teaching experience.
Notes:
+ May work weekends and nights.
+ Must successfully pass or have passed the bilingual test within the last twelve (12) months or be active in the QBS program.
COMPANY: KAISER
TITLE: Health Educator II-PT/Hourly (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
LOCATION: Bakersfield, California
REQNUMBER: 1371438
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
Health Educator II (Bilingual) - Registered Dietitian REQUIRED
Community health worker job in Bakersfield, CA
Job Summary: Assesses, designs, implements, presents, and evaluates health education programs and services. Essential Responsibilities: * Conducts needs assessments, establishes priorities, designs, implements, and evaluates basic health education programs, protocols, and standards * Coordinates a wide range of health education services, including establishing effective referral and publicity systems, monitoring quality and documentation, providing scheduling and logistical support, and facilitating use of community services to promote the delivery of cost effective health education services. * Provides direct group or one-on-one health education services to members and the public. * Reviews, develops, and recommends high quality, culturally appropriate written and audio visual health education materials. * Consults with physicians and staff regarding related health education services. * Coordinates health information projects such as program catalogs, newsletter, informational displays and community health events. * Specializes in a specific area of health education (e.g. HIV nutrition, chronic disease, health promotion) as required. * Prepares reports, grants, proposals, and documentation as assigned. * Participates in establishing department strategic goals and priorities. *
Other duties as assigned.