Fairfax County Government
Community Health Worker (Human Services Assistant)
Fairfax County Government, Alexandria, Virginia, us, 22350
Job AnnouncementThe Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health leader serving 1.2 million residents and providing services that promote population health, protect public health and the environment, and ensure residents' equitable access to health services and information.
Under the direction of the Public Health Nurse (PHN) the Community Health Worker (CHW) works directly with clients enrolled in the Chronic Disease Care Management program to support the client in effective management of his/her chronic health conditions, self-care, linking with community resources and adopting healthy behaviors. Establishes trusting relationships with clients/caregivers and families while providing general support and encouragement. The CHW provides these services in the client's home, community and clinic settings. The CHW collaborates with the health care team, providers and community partners in implementation of the client's individualized health care plan. Provides social support, informal counseling, and advocates for individuals and community health needs, and provides services such as home visits, small group education and community outreach.
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Human Services Assistant position work schedules are on-site location and typically Monday through Friday and occasional evenings, as needed.Required Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the basic principles of human behavior; Knowledge of word processing and data management programs (Excel, survey software) Ability to communicate effectively to clients; Ability to organize information and records; Ability to communicate in written format;Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or G.E.D. issued by state department of education; plus three years of work experience, including two years in some area of human services (related two-year [associate] degree may be substituted for the required human service experience).CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Driver's License (Required)AED (Required within 60 days)CPR (Required within 60 days)Successful completion of Language Proficiency Testing upon hireSuccessful completion of Community Health Worker formal training program
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services check, sanction screenings, driving record check, and tuberculosis test to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual or multilingual in English and another language.At least one year of experience working with diverse multicultural populations.Experience conducting a social or health needs assessment to determine services needed for a client.At least one year of experience in Community Health.At least one year of experience conducting a social or health needs assessment to determine services needed for a client.Able to work well with multi-disciplinary team members and community partners.Experience and knowledge with care-coordination and/or health coaching.Ability to reach out and maintain positive community relationships.Ability to exercise tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment.Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact in a friendly, service-oriented and professional manner.Experience and understanding of basic motivational interviewing techniques and goal setting for individualized care plan development.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Job is generally sedentary in nature, and requires walking, standing, sitting (for long periods of time), and kneeling, reaching, bending, climbing stairs; may be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. as required for the position. Uses hands to grasp, handle, or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer and use of touchscreen. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Generally, works in an office environment yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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Under the direction of the Public Health Nurse (PHN) the Community Health Worker (CHW) works directly with clients enrolled in the Chronic Disease Care Management program to support the client in effective management of his/her chronic health conditions, self-care, linking with community resources and adopting healthy behaviors. Establishes trusting relationships with clients/caregivers and families while providing general support and encouragement. The CHW provides these services in the client's home, community and clinic settings. The CHW collaborates with the health care team, providers and community partners in implementation of the client's individualized health care plan. Provides social support, informal counseling, and advocates for individuals and community health needs, and provides services such as home visits, small group education and community outreach.
Note:
Human Services Assistant position work schedules are on-site location and typically Monday through Friday and occasional evenings, as needed.Required Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of the basic principles of human behavior; Knowledge of word processing and data management programs (Excel, survey software) Ability to communicate effectively to clients; Ability to organize information and records; Ability to communicate in written format;Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to graduation from high school or G.E.D. issued by state department of education; plus three years of work experience, including two years in some area of human services (related two-year [associate] degree may be substituted for the required human service experience).CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Driver's License (Required)AED (Required within 60 days)CPR (Required within 60 days)Successful completion of Language Proficiency Testing upon hireSuccessful completion of Community Health Worker formal training program
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services check, sanction screenings, driving record check, and tuberculosis test to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bilingual or multilingual in English and another language.At least one year of experience working with diverse multicultural populations.Experience conducting a social or health needs assessment to determine services needed for a client.At least one year of experience in Community Health.At least one year of experience conducting a social or health needs assessment to determine services needed for a client.Able to work well with multi-disciplinary team members and community partners.Experience and knowledge with care-coordination and/or health coaching.Ability to reach out and maintain positive community relationships.Ability to exercise tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment.Excellent customer service skills with the ability to interact in a friendly, service-oriented and professional manner.Experience and understanding of basic motivational interviewing techniques and goal setting for individualized care plan development.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Job is generally sedentary in nature, and requires walking, standing, sitting (for long periods of time), and kneeling, reaching, bending, climbing stairs; may be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. as required for the position. Uses hands to grasp, handle, or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer and use of touchscreen. Position frequently communicates and must be able to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Generally, works in an office environment yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.
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