Cmty Hlth Advocate

Company:  Children's Wisconsin
Location: Milwaukee
Closing Date: 28/10/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

At Children's Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.
Children's Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.
We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.
Please follow this link for a closer look at what it's like to work at Children's Wisconsin:
Improve health outcomes for persons within identified communities through linking identified community need with available resources. Partner with Community Services leadership to facilitate integrated service delivery for residents of assigned community (ies). Must have demonstrated good standing within their community and an interest in improving outcomes for their neighborhood(s). Demonstrates skills in creative problem-solving, community engagement, outreach and has in-depth knowledge of the assets and challenges of the community to be served. Has the ability to work with medical professionals to ensure follow up and coordination of recommended medical management.
Licensure, Registration and/or Certification
Requires a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, minimum liability insurance coverage and the ability to be insured be the CW auto insurance carrier.
Education
High School graduate
Experience

  • Experience working with community programs and healthcare organizations.
  • Experience working with families of diverse ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds strongly preferred
  • Requires personal computer and word processing knowledge in order to enter and retrieve related information for effective reporting and correspondence.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
  • Current, continuous and trusted member of the community.
  • Demonstrated skills in creative problem-solving.
  • Ability to effectively and professionally interact with health team members and consumers (e.g. members of the community).
  • Ability to effectively and professionally interact with health team members and consumers (e.g. members of the community).
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to go door-to-door to connect with the residents of assigned community on a weekly basis
  • A high level of communication skills (oral and written) necessary for assessment of health concerns and referral for appropriate service delivery

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Travel throughout greater Milwaukee area for home visits and community based organizations.
Majority of time spent travelling within neighborhoods to meet with residents.
Physical ability to perform all assigned duties; able to stand and walk approximately 75% of the work time.
Preferred Job Requirements/ Licensure, Registration and/or Certification
Community Health Worker certification
Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.
Certifications/Licenses:
License Driver's License - State of Wisconsin
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