Community Health Worker

The UNM Medical Group Inc. is seeking an Fulltime Community Health Worker to work in our HepC program at Truman Health Services. This candidate must be an excellent communicator with a desire to be part of a great team! This opportunity is a fulltime day shift opening located in Albuquerque New Mexico.

Minimum $43305 Midpoint $54142*

*Salary is determined based on years of total relevant experience.

*Salary is based on 1.0 FTE (full time equivalent) or 40 hours per week. Less than 40 hours/week will be prorated and adjusted to the appropriate FTE.

Summary

Under general supervision provides services relating to health education health promotion and disease identification and prevention. Conducts prevention intervention programs and shares responsibility for maintaining enhancing and presenting health information and resources related to HIV/HCV and other relevant health issues. Performs a range of administrative functions required to ensure efficient program operation.

Minimum Job Requirements of a Community Health Worker:

High School diploma or GED. Must complete New Mexico State CHW Certification within 1 year of employment. Completed degree from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Verification of education and licensure will be required if selected for hire.

Required License:

• Possession of a valid unrestricted NM drivers license.

About Truman Health Services:

• Compassionate & EvidenceBased Treatments: Join an interdisciplinary team that provides patient centered medical care for HIV and genderaffirming primary care. We also provide consult services for HepC and PrEP and strive to ensure the highest standards in health care.
• Holistic & Integrated Approach: Be part of an organization that takes a comprehensive approach addressing patients medical social and mental health needs with a commitment to their overall wellbeing.
• Inclusive & Impactful: With locations in both Albuquerque and Roswell NM contribute to a dynamic LGBTQIA affirming environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of New Mexicans.

UNM Medical Group Inc. welcomes people with lived experience to apply.

Priority will be provided to candidates who are:

Experienced providing Community Health Worker services to medically and socially complex populations.

Experienced providing social support services to people living with HIV/AIDS.

Experienced working with the LGBTQ community.

Experienced working in a community based multidisciplinary setting.

Bilingual English/Spanish.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Community Health Worker:

1. Assists clients in their homes community or clinic setting. Communicates to clients/patients the purposes of the program and the impact it may have on their wellbeing. Helps patients identify socioeconomic issues that affect their overall health and develop health/social management plans and goals.
2. Assist in identifying individuals who would benefit from retention in care strategies.
3. Coaches patients in effective management of their chronic health conditions and selfcare. Assists patient in understanding care plans and instructions. Motivates patients/clients to be active and engaged participants in their health and overall wellbeing.
4. Assists clients with overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care and /or social services.
5. Provides support and advocacy during initial medical visit or when necessary to assure clients medical needs and referrals required are being conveyed.
6. Builds and maintains positive working relationships with the clients providers nurse case managers agency representatives supervisors and office staff from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Works to reduce cultural and socioeconomic barriers between clients and institutions.
7. Participate in community events health fairs and school events to engage individuals to participate in retention in care clinics.
8. Provide clear understandable current and accurate health related information to clients; provide information and referrals in a way that demonstrates respect active listening skills empathy and patience.
9. Maintain professional growth and development through completion of required departmental competencies.
10. Perform miscellaneous jobrelated duties as assigned.

Why Join UNM Medical Group Inc.

Since our creation in 2007 our dynamic organization has continued to grow and form strong partnerships within the UNM Health system. We ASPIRE to incorporate the following values into all aspects of our culture and work: we always demonstrate an Attitude of Service with Positivity Integrity and Respect as we strive for Excellence.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion Commitment:

We are dedicated to embracing and promoting diversity while fostering wellbeing across New Mexico through cultural humility and respect for everyone.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: UNMMG provides a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Insurance Coverage: Includes medical dental vision and life insurance.
• Additional Perks: Offers tuition reimbursement generous paid time off and a 403b retirement plan for eligible employees.

Apply to our Community Health Worker opportunity with UNM Medical Group Inc. and a recruiter will contact you shortly!