Community Health Liaison

INIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a high school diploma or GED;

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One (1) year of experience in community networking, home visiting services or direct client services, preferably with maternal and child population.

Experience in data review activities desired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license and vehicle available for use on County business.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to perform Essential Job Duties and Functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

JOB SUMMARY: Performs data collection related to outreach, community liaison networking activities, recruiting and client services to potential program participants and enrolled program participants; works under the general direction of the Division Director or his/her designee; performs related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Perform activity data collection and entry related to outreach activities.
• Assist in development and facilitation of a Community Action Network (CAN).
• Assist with assessment and liaison activities of a Maternal Child Health (MCH) initiative.
• Successfully complete CHW training.
• Perform outreach in communities of need, based on the outreach plan.
• Recruit and enroll pregnant participants, in accordance with grant requirements.
• Conduct client education in community settings, in accordance with training, and program and grant requirements.
• Conduct client education in homes, based on referrals from clinical staff, in accordance with program requirements.
• Receive referrals and perform client services necessary to access basic needs and health care.
• Provide outreach and client documentation and other data to program staff.
• Comply with HIPAA regulations and client confidentiality standards.
• Participate in coalitions, as appropriate.
• Market program to agencies that serve pregnant women and children 0-2.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to program and county policies and procedures.