Community Health Worker (Medina County MH Center)


**HILL COUNTRY MHDD CENTERS IS OFFERING A $2,000 SIGN-ON BONUS TO

ALL MENTAL HEALTH POSITIONS THAT ARE FULL-TIME, NEW HIRE

EMPLOYEES**


Help us help others:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a trusted community health professional who bridges gaps between those served and local health/social services. This role focuses on improving health outcomes for underserved populations by providing culturally appropriate health education, navigating complex insurance systems like Medicaid/CHIP, and advocating for individual and community needs. CHWs help people navigate healthcare systems, manage chronic conditions, and address social determinants of health.

You will get to:

  •  Identify community resources and maintain an updated inventory of pertinent resources across agency catchment areas.
  •  Participate in community outreach events, educating our partners about our services, and connecting community members to the resources needed.
  •  Assist individuals and families in overcoming barriers to treatment.
  •  Maintain accurate client records and document all activities in accordance with agency policy.
  •  Assist individuals and families in navigating health-related services, including completing applications for Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC.
  •  Attend client and treatment team meetings to provide the highest level of comprehensive care. Act as a liaison between individuals and the treatment team.
  •  Address Social Determinants of Health by connecting individuals to community resources for housing, food security, transportation, and legal aid.
  •  Provide culturally appropriate health education to individuals served.
  •  Provide community referrals and follow-up services.
  •  Bridge gaps between behavioral health and substance use treatments.
  •  Coordinate with the Crisis Continuity team, Mental Health Court, as well as other specialty programs, to ensure individuals receive timely and appropriate connection to services.

You'll definitely need:

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • A valid Texas State Driver's License.
  • Current automobile insurance and the ability to travel to individuals when necessary.

We'll also want you to:

  • Be well organized.
  • Must become certified in PMAB, First Aid, and CPR within three months of employment and maintain certification without interruption thereafter.
  • Fundraising and community outreach

We're excited to provide:

  • PPO health insurance plan with the option to add dependents.
  • PPO dental plan and vision insurance options for healthy teeth and eyes.
  • Employer-paid life insurance.
  • 401(a) plan, employer matches your contributions dollar for dollar up to 8% of your salary. You are 100% vested after 3 years of service.
  • 457/403(b) plan, employees are immediately eligible to contribute pre-tax earnings.
  • Generous paid time off for fun and vacations, and paid sick time for when you're under the weather.
  • An authentic and caring environment where folks care about each other and want to do good in the world.

We can pay you:

$21.84 per hour and benefits