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Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers. As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.

Community Health Worker I

LOCATION: West Salem Clinic

JOB STATUS: Full-Time, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday with occasional Saturday & after-hours availability for community events

SIGN-ON BONUS: $1,000 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.)

REFERRAL BONUS: $500 (Referral bonus’ expire at the close of this job posting.)

YOUR ROLE:

As a Tier 1 Community Health Worker (CHW-I), you will focus on addressing the social determinants of health and barriers that our patient and client faces, with the expectation to demonstrate respect towards diverse socioeconomic communities, cultural humility, commitment to empowering others, continuous learning mindset, trust-building capabilities, innovation, persistence, reliability, and resilience in handling stressful situations. Additionally, you are expected to offer resources and support while empowering clients to manage their own health and engage in training in Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and Community Health Work. A CHW-I must demonstrate the ability to adapt services based on individual client and natural support system needs.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Builds trust and rapport with clients through professional communication.

• Utilizes motivational interviewing skills to offer patient-centered resources.

• Documents screening forms and interventions in NextGen.

• Responds to referrals and tasks within specified timeframes.

• Works within an interdisciplinary care team.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Oregon Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance.

• Must be able to build effective working relationships, solve problems, direct patients to resources and manage information. Understand your role’s boundaries and be able to clarify them to your patients so you can maintain a professional relationship.

• Excellent phone and computer skills required.

• Must be able to find creative solutions to patient barriers that require initiative and creative thinking to locate the appropriate resource.

• Ability to work independently, providing closed looped follow-up to the care team and community partners.

• Ability to prioritize time and resources, based on multiple factors, including risk level and readiness for change.

  Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and qualifications for the role.

  SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Competitive Salary

• Full Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical with two plan options

• Dental & Vision options

• Flex Spending Account

• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer

• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match

• PTO - 10 hours a month for FT positions @ 40 hrs./wk.

• 7½ paid holidays each year + 2 paid floating holidays for FT positions

• Continuing Education & Training Benefits

• Employee Healthy Living Program – Gym Membership & Smoking Cessation

  TO APPLY:

  If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at:

  For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: | 503.588.5828

  All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check and a motor vehicle report.

  Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

  Community | Compassion | Commitment | Integrity

  Working together to empower individual to improve their health, well-being, and safety.

Department

Nursing

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Entry-level

Compensation

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