AmeriCorps Community Health Worker - Houston, TX Job at Volunteers of America Texas, Houston, TX

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Job Description

VOA-Texas

Are you looking for a job that makes a difference? Do you have a passion for helping others? Join VOA-TEXAS!

For over 100 years VOA-Texas, a faith-based and non-profit organization, has operated with a mission of Helping America s Most Vulnerable Reach Their Full Potential through various programs throughout Texas. Programs are locally created, managed, and delivered to provide a wide array of human services through PAID positions. Come and be a part of the passion, the mission, and the tradition!

Location: Houston, TX

Pay: $16,502 per year stipend (required # of hours: 1,700/year)

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

The community health worker will serve as a liaison/connector between their client, the heath care team, and the community. Helps to bridge conversations with clients and remove barriers that prevent them from accessing health and social services.

Day-To-Day

  • Develops trusting relationships with clients by providing support and advocacy to help achieve health goals
  • Conveys the purpose and services of Community Health to the member population and the impact that program or service.
  • Meets member in clinic, facility, office, or at home to help identify social determinants of health impacting member's health and general well-being
  • Follow-up with health management/care plans with both members and providers
  • Coach member in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent

  • Any combination of 1 years health/social services experience and/or education

  • Prefer candidates who live within a 10 mile radius of zip codes 75208 & 75211
  • Valid Texas Driver s License and ability to be insured.

Volunteers of America Texas offers a rich benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, LTD, STD, Life Insurance, Vacation and Sick time, other optional benefits and a retirement plan.

Make a living by making a difference. Apply online today!

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