Community Health Worker resume example with 11+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
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Summary
Compassionate Community Health Worker with 12 years of experience in fast-paced positions. Committed to helping community members improve wellness through hands-on support and education.
Skills
Client and Community Service
Abuse and Neglect Reporting
Service Providers Liaising
Informational Materials
Managing Enrollments
HIPAA Guidelines
Health Service Referrals
Health Care System
Report Preparation
Individual and Community Advocacy
Health Coaching
Reasoning Ability
Life Skills Instruction
Healthy Living Plans
Cross-Departmental Agency Collaboration
Maintaining Updated Records
Chronic Disease Rates
Social Services Application Assistance
Conducting Home Visits
Infant Mortality Reduction
Microsoft Office Proficiency
Invasive Procedures
Assignment Management
Electronic Charting
Health Plan Development
Public Presentations
Clerical Support
Infection Control Procedures
Training Classes
Disease Information
Patient Health Information Access
Care Coordination Support
Transportation Management Systems
Communications Support
Community-Based Resources
School Assemblies
Household Chores
Medical Assessment Mastery
Staffing Requirements
Safety Protocols
Federal Statutes
Supporting Daily Living Needs
Interdisciplinary Care
Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
Blood Pressure Screening
Educational Curriculum Design
Cultural Mediation
High-Risk Populations Identification
Health Fair Participation
Informational Brochures Distribution
General Health Advice
Service Accessibility Improvements
Risk Prevention Education
Progress Monitoring
Leading Community Events
Positive Parenting Instruction
Client Databases
Diabetes Management Instruction
Supervision
School-Age Group Health Instruction
Experience
Community Health Worker, 09/2022 to Current Trinity Health Corporation – Culver, IN,
Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information
Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system
Explained required eligibility applications to patients and helped complete applications for services
Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures
Provided complex counseling and identified alternative resources for patient care
Managed enrollment, transportation and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources
Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Community Health Worker, 09/2019 to 04/2022 Trinity Health Corporation – Dexter, MI,
Targeted specific community groups with wellness and disease management information
Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system
Explained required eligibility applications to patients and helped complete applications for services
Worked directly with patient treatment teams and participated in care coordination procedures
Wrote and distributed informational materials on chronic diseases, infant mortality, substance abuse and other community health concerns
Provided complex counseling and identified alternative resources for patient care
Managed enrollment, transportation and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources
Obtained demographic, insurance and financial information from community members to offer thorough and personalized assistance
Planned, assigned and directed work, as well as evaluated employee performance
Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions
Taught appropriate parenting behaviors to individuals or families
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
Communicates to clients the purpose of program services and the potential impact of those services on their health and wellbeing
Assists clients with the development of health management plans and goals
Assists clients in understanding care plans and instructions, accessing needed services, and navigation of health care systems, including the securing and use of a medical home to improve access to necessary medical care and social services
Coaches' clients in the effective management of chronic health conditions and self-care, while motivating them to be active engaged participants in their overall health
Facilitates individual and/or group education and support programs, to improve client skills for self-management of chronic conditions and to promote healthy lifestyle behavior changes
Assists with data collection and reporting in accordance with established MetroHealth guidelines
Works independently and/or collaboratively within a team
Builds and maintains positive working relationships within a care team, including, but not limited to care coordinators, social workers, community health advocates, clients, and providers
Works effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds in reducing cultural and socio-economic barriers between clients and available institutional resources
Works with specific populations to improve health outcomes by bridging access to health care services and addressing social determinants of health
Assists clients in navigating systems that provide services to address non-medical needs that influence overall health
Identifies and responds to gaps in support services at the institutional and neighborhood levels that are necessary for good health
Engages with clients in a variety of environments, including their homes, neighborhood locations, community-based organizations, and MetroHealth facilities
Keeps current with emerging developments and changing trends in the field by participating in continuing education courses, professional organizations and seminars; reading current literature, and maintaining professional contacts within the community.
Community Health Worker, 04/2017 to 09/2019 Trinity Health Corporation – East Longmeadow, MA,
Provide in-home education to African American women throughout their pregnancy until the baby is 1 years-of-age
Assist with transportation to the doctor's appointments
Help mothers overcome obstacles obtaining to their prenatal care
Make referrals for continued social service and medical care
Building capacity to address health issues
Facilitating healthcare and social service system navigation
Creating connections between women and healthcare systems
Educating health system providers and stakeholders about infant mortality
Ensuring cultural competence among healthcare professionals serving vulnerable populations
Advocating for African American women to receive appropriate services
Manage day-to-day caseloads and files
Provide Edinburgh Depression Screenings and score information
Research and collect data on infant mortality in high risk communities
Managed enrollment, transportation and paperwork for individuals to take advantage of community resources
Contacted clients in person, by phone or in writing to ascertain compliance with required or recommended actions
Taught appropriate parenting behaviors to individuals or families
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Preschool Assistant Teacher, 10/2010 to 04/2017 Ymca Twin Cities – New Hope, MN,
Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground
Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities
Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior
Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys
Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child
Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment
Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
Wiped down play areas, toys, tables and other hard surfaces to minimize germ spread
Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making
Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities
Created weekly newsletter to keep families informed about school activities
Organized snack time and nap hours
Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures
Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children
Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance
Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters
Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies
Taught children with creative approaches, methods and techniques.
Education and Training
: DrPH Pubic Health, Expected in 12/2023 Walden University - Minneapolis, GPA:
Master of Science: Public Health, Expected in 12/2015 Kaplan University - Davenport, IA GPA:
Bachelor of Science: Public Health, Expected in 11/2012 Kaplan University - Davenport, IA GPA:
Accomplishments
Certified CPR Instructor, Passion Hearts CPR Training - 4 years
Licensed Certified Community Health Worker - 7 years
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