Country Doctor Community Health Center Hiring For Parental Peer Support Specialist / Community Health Worker / Nutrition Assi at Seattle, WA, United States Full Time

Job Description

Parental Peer Support Specialist / Community Health Worker / Nutrition AssistantJoin our Team – Parental Peer Support Specialist / Community Health Worker and Nutrition Assistant
Country Doctor Community Health Centers (CDCHC) is a not for profit organization that operates two primary care clinics, an after-hours clinic, school-based health centers, and a dental clinic. The Carolyn Downs Family Medical Center was founded by the Seattle Black Panther Party 50 years ago in Seattle’s Central District. The Country Doctor Community Clinic was established in 1971 by the residents of the Capitol Hill community to provide affordable and comprehensive primary health care services. Our founding principles of social justice live on today. We care for patients from around the region and the world, of all ages, gender identities, and abilities, including people with and without health insurance. Our staff work with a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated and dynamic individuals who share our commitment to health equity. We are hiring for a mission-driven Parental Peer Support Specialist / Community Health Worker and Nutrition Assistant that will continue the work of social justice and health equity in the community.Position Summary
The Parental Peer Support Specialist/Community Health Worker (Parental PSS/CHW) and Nutrition Assistant will serve as a clinical member of a multidisciplinary team within an integrated primary care medical/behavioral health setting. The Parental PSS/CHW role focuses on providing patient-centered, trauma-informed, strength-based services, while maximizing the clients’ self-determination and decision-making skills, either through expert knowledge of community resources and cultures or serving as a living example of hope for others living with medical, mental health and/or substance use issues. The Nutrition Assistant role focuses on providing nutrition services to individuals and families including clients participating in the Women, Infant & Children (WIC) Program, and work closely with the Nutritionist/Registered Dietitian, staff working in the Maternity Support Services (MSS) Program and with healthcare workers from community partners. The Parental Peer Support Specialist and Nutrition Assistant will report to the Behavioral Health Specialist Supervisor and Clinic Manager.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for assisting primary care provider (PCP), behavioral health consultant (BHC), and Registered Dietician (RD) in assessment, development and implementing individual treatment plans for clients, including:

• co-supervision of clients
• advocacy in treatment and support
• individual and/or group treatment with staff supervision
• socialization and recreational experiences
• commitment to cultural competence
• crisis intervention and stabilization
• develop supportive relationships that help to promote hope, choice, wellness and recovery
• assist client in developing self-sufficiency and self-advocacy
• demonstrate respect for patient rights and maintains privacy
• Provide assistance in identifying and linking to community-based services and supports (mental health and or substance abuse treatment, housing, financial benefits, children’s developmental services, etc.)
• Advocate for clients, coordinate and refer for services with other community agencies
• Maintain working relationships with community and government agencies, other professionals, family members of clients and significant others
• Provide consultation/education services to other organizations as appropriate
• Complete all documentation in timely manner and meet agency productivity standards
• Gather and assess information for determining health and nutrition risk factors and appointment with the appropriate provider, program eligibility, client education includes breast feeding support, and referrals
• Document client information and services, issue and educate on the use of WIC checks, answer phones and manage appointment schedules in various electronic records, including Cascades and Epic, to support both the WIC and MSS/ICM programs.
• Conduct WIC outreach and program tasks, such as generating end of day reports and client letters
• Obtain anthropometric measurements and hemoglobin checks
• Participate in WIC-related committees, including breastfeeding promotion activities, clinic health and information fairs, and the WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program
• Order and maintain program supplies and educational materials
• Participate in quality assurance activities
• Participate in staff meetings, individual supervision and assigned committees, as required.
• Complete annual WIC trainings, and continuing nutrition and breastfeeding education requirements

QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION/TRAINING:

• State Certified Peer Specialist or Community Health Worker certificationor the ability to acquire that certification within one year of date of hire as well as WIC certifier endorsement
• Phlebotomy certification or Registered Medical Assistant credential or the ability to obtain Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered or Phlebotomist certification within 3 months
• High school diploma or two years paid or volunteer work experience with individuals with mental health and/or substance use issues.
• Pass a criminal history background check.
• Current CPR/BLS with AED certification
• Current Washington State Driver’s License, proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MHS Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state and proof of insurance for the transportation of clients.
• Basic computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A consumer of mental health, substance abuse, or developmental services (e.g. occupational therapy, disability services in a school) and 2 years of recovery – OR a parent of a child receiving these services – with lived-experience, according to the King County Standards for Peer Support Services OR Knowledge through either personal experience or working experience of community based systems, including DSHS, TANF, childcare resources, school systems, mental health resources for adults and youth, etc.

• Working knowledge of basic nutrition theory and practice, medical terminology, asepsis practices, and universal precautions

ABILITIES:

• Strong working knowledge of King County Systems and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to develop positive, supportive working relationships with clients from diverse backgrounds while maintaining professional boundaries.

• Ability to understand various perspectives and listen to others without conveying judgment.
• Excellent problem solving, priority setting, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work with a variety of computer programs
• Ability to lift and lower a child weighing up to 35 pounds onto a surface more than 4 feet high with or without accommodation

• Bilingual in Spanish and English and a strong ability to communicate verbally and written in both languages.

Salary: $21.42/hr – $30.16/hr depending on experience
Benefits: We provide a robust suite of benefits to all employees working 17.5 hours a week or more. Benefits include the choice of three medical plans (2 PPO and 1 HMO). We offer two dental plans ( 1 PPO and 1 HMO) and an optional vision plan. HMO plans are covered 100% and 75% for dependent children for employees working 35-40 hours a week and is prorated based on hours worked between 17.5-34 hours per week. Spousal and partner coverage is offered and would be 100% out of pocket cost for the employee. Long-term disability insurance programs, as well as life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage are offered. Also, employees have access to flexible spending accounts, a subsidy up to 50 % of the cost of an ORCA pass, and a generous safe harbor 401K plan with a 3 % base employer contribution plus an additional 2% discretionary match, depending on the amount employee contributes after a year of employment for the discretionary match.
HOW TO APPLY: We are committed to building a culturally diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, persons of color, LGBTQ individuals, veterans, persons with disabilities, and persons from other underrepresented groups to apply. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Please send a cover letter (see below) and resume to the Human Resources Department, email to [email protected]. Please be sure to refer to “Peer Support Specialist / Nutrition Assistant” in the subject of your email.
Please address the following in your cover letter: Country Doctor Community Health Centers is passionate about serving patients of all ethnicities, races, genders, gender identities, languages, and backgrounds, and employing individuals who are equally committed to this mission. To ensure our organization is best serving these populations, we strive to promote policies that enable us to work effectively in all cross-cultural situations, with patients, with our coworkers, and with the Community.
How do you think your past or current experiences, professional or otherwise, have prepared you to contribute to our commitment to cultural humility and diversity amongst our patients and staff?Job Type: Full-time