Migrant Health Outreach Worker

Community Action Partnerships of Western Nebraska (CAPWN) is a non-profit community-based health and human services organization that serves low-income, disadvantaged and those unable to meet their needs through other sources. The agency was established in 1965 and provides services to over 9,000 individuals, children and families in three main areas:

• Community Health Services: WIC, Commodity Supplemental Food, Foster Grandparents, Migrant Seasonal Head Start, and Child Development Center.
• Clinical Health Services: Primary Care, Reproductive Health, Diabetes Management, Immunizations, Migrant Health, Ryan White HIV; Behavioral Health including Counseling Services, Medication Management, Medication Assisted Treatment and Substance Use Counseling and Intensive Outpatient Services and Dental Services.
• Supportive Health Services: Family Stabilization, a Teen Outreach Program, SOAR, Youth Leadership Program, Youth Shelter and Housing Assistance Programs.

OUR PROMISE: Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities, and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

VISION

Communities where everyone has an opportunity for a successful life.

MISSION

The Mission Statement of the Community Action Partnership of Western Nebraska is to provide quality services and promote learning opportunities to improve nurture the health and well-being of Western Nebraska communities.

KEY BELIEFS

• Integrity—We treat all people with dignity and respect.
• Compassion—We believe working compassionately with people enriches all.
• Inclusion—We are inclusive and advocate for diversity.
• Collaboration—We believe working in partnerships strengthens communities; we seek mutually beneficial partnerships that advance a common mission.
• Innovation—We embrace opportunities to learn, grow and make wise choices.

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE:

● Health ● Dental ● Vision ● Health Savings Account (HSA) ● Flex Plan ● 401k ● Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance ● Ten Paid Holidays ● PTO ● Extended Illness (EIB) ● Employee Assistance Program ● Aflac ● Community Discounts ● Potential for Incentive Pay ●

Migrant Health Outreach Worker

$2500 Sign on Bonus!!

Proficiency in Spanish and English required.

Location: Benkelman, McCook Nebraska and Surrounding Area.

Please reside in Benkelman, McCook NE. or within the surrounding area.

• 50% home office environment with clients and with the public
• 30% outreach in the community and clients
• 20% training, meetings, and community work with other organizations

Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8AM to 5PM, may require occasional weekend, All Major Holidays Off

Areas of Responsibility: Generally working from a home office, promote access of migrant and seasonal farm workers to Migrant Health services and assist with clinic flow.

Major Duties:

1. Positively promote the Migrant Health Program and facilitate accessibility for migrant and seasonal farm workers which may include transportation, to provide interpretation and translation services.
2. Work cooperatively with other agencies, programs and become knowledgeable regarding other services provided and to act as resource for clients.
3. Schedule appointments with providers and make referrals to other services.
4. Provide case management to chronic patients.
5. Follow up on missed appointments and reschedule appointments if needed.
6. Provide health education related programs and materials to clients.
7. Enter client data into Electronic Medical Records (EMR), assisting in maintaining client tracking system, maintaining all required documentation in client files such as attaching medical, labs, radiology, basic intake forms and proof of income into EMR.
8. Accurately enter data in Microsoft Word and Excel to update spreadsheets, keep patient’s information current and up-to-date in their charts such as patient names, DOB, current phone numbers, current mailing/physical addresses.
9. Entering new and re-enrolled patient’s information into the EMR.
10. Always maintain client confidentiality.
11. Provide general clerical duties input data, scanning documents, answering calls, returning calls in a timely manner, laminating, mailing/emailing applications and completing statistical data records.
12. Maintenance and care of company vehicle which may be provided. This vehicle will be strictly used for Migrant Health purposes only. Care includes interior and exterior cleanliness. Report any needed maintenance or damage to vehicle.
13. Track mileage on the CAPWN milage form.
14. Responsible for safely managing company credit card for fuel purchases.
15. Receive prior approval from the Migrant Health Manager for any other credit card purchases, completing a Credit Card Report Form and emailing to the Migrant Health Manager prior to the card being used.
16. As a CAPWN team member, dedicate your energy to providing high quality, value-added customer service and care to our clients. Embrace the CAPWN Standards of Behavior, practicing integrity, strong communication and respect for leaders and peers. Engage with the team and commit to improving and nurturing the health and well-being of the individuals in the communities we serve.
17. Perform other duties assigned.

Working Conditions:

• 50% home office environment with clients and with the public
• 30% outreach in the community and clients
• 20% training, meetings, and community work with other organizations.
• Work requires meeting tight deadlines.
• Significant travel in and around the region transporting clients and family members.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires long periods sitting, driving and computer data entry.
• Fine manipulation of hands with repetitive action to operate office equipment.
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Must regularly talk, hear, and have close vision ability.

Pay Grade contingent upon experience $14.96 - $17.50.

Minimum Qualifications:

Grade: 12

1. High school diploma or GED.
2. Must be proficient in communicating in Spanish and English.
3. Age 21 or older.
4. Must have a valid driver’s license with good driving record and insured vehicle (a company vehicle may be provided.)
5. Physically and mentally able to perform duties.
6. Available to work irregular hours and weekends.

Grade: 13

1. Meet the minimum qualifications above.

2. Two years’ experience in outreach and client referral or related area.

Grade 14

1. Meet the minimum qualifications above.
2. AA degree in Human Services, Social Work, or related field and one year experience in a human service program or five years’ experience in in outreach and client referral or related area.