CHW II-Clinical, Behavioral Health

Job description

Sinai Urban Health Institute (SUHI) is hiring a culturally competent, bilingual Community Health Worker (CHW) II – Clinical, Behavioral Health, with previous experience in a behavioral health setting.
Under the direction of the department supervisor, the CHW is responsible for providing and coordinating health education and disease management education, assisting individuals with navigating the health and social care systems, and providing case management services (under supervision) to patients with behavioral health and/or substance use disorder(s).
The CHW serves as a bridge between the patient and the medical system by building trusting relationships with community members served by the hospital or program(s). Specifically, the CHW is stationed at Mount Sinai or Holy Cross Hospital, working directly with patients providing health education and needs assessments, identifying and addressing patient concerns, screening for social needs, assisting with discharge, and providing resources. The CHW may also help in identifying barriers to accessing quality care, work with individuals to overcome these barriers, and provide referrals. Home visits may be required for some interventions.
SUHI is seeking an enthusiastic, passionate CHW candidate who meets job requirements outlined below.
Position Requirements:
• Bilingual in English and Spanish
• Must have high school diploma or GED
• 2 or more years of health education, health care or related experience in a behavioral health setting
• Ability to provide culturally sensitive care to patients with behavioral health and/or substance use disorder(s)
• Knowledge and ability to evaluate risk factors for suicide, violence, and drug abuse/dependence, knowledge of various street drugs, signs and symptoms and drug related behaviors
• Knowledge of Chicago’s West Side and/or South Side communities (resident of West Side or South Side communities preferred)
• Passion for and dedication to working with community members and providers to provide safe and supportive environments
• Punctual, reliable and willing to learn
• Demonstrated commitment to racial and health equity
• Must have a valid driver’s license and vehicle
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint preferred

Sinai Urban Health Institute (SUHI) is a unique, applied public health research center dedicated to improving the health of Chicago’s urban communities. Led by a team of committed and energetic social epidemiologists, community health workers, evaluators, public health professionals, and intervention specialists, SUHI uses collaborative and community-driven methods to understand the root causes of health inequities and design and evaluate innovative approaches to improving community health and health care delivery. SUHI provides evidence-based examination of community health status and health inequities, as well as the effectiveness of behavioral, social, and disease management interventions. For more information about Sinai Urban Health Institute and its projects visit: www.suhichicago.org.