Community Health Worker Cancer Center Community Support

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Performs community outreach providing information on University studies and enrolling patients when appropriate. Also provides referrals to services in community. Weekend Work is required.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performs outreach in the community to inform community members in culturally relevant language about research opportunities available at the University.

• Assist with community screening activities with the community outreach team.

• Enrolls interested people in research conducts health intake and assists in linking participants with other studies throughout the University.

• Refers community members to available resources from medical and social services to opportunities offered.

• Arranges language translation or interpretation services as needed.

• Assists in arranging transportation to facilitate study enrollment.

• Provides follow-up with participants by phone regarding study enrollment and satisfaction.

• Contacts study coordinators to provide referrals and track participant enrollment.

• Assists in building partnerships with community agencies.

• Maintains proper documentation and record keeping.

Working Conditions:
Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.

• Repetitive wrist hand or finger movement.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications:

The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Basic Life Support - American Red Cross Community Health Worker - Missouri Credentialing Board Inc Community Health Worker within 6 months - Missouri Credentialing Board Inc

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Drivers License:

A drivers license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications those without a skills assessment component are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelors degree

Certifications:

No additional certification unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Human Services (3 Years) Community Health (3 Years)

Skills:

Deadline Management Detail-Oriented Interactive Communication Interpersonal Communication Outstanding Organizational Abilities

Grade

C06-H

Salary Range

$17.34 - $25.40 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please email or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies detailed benefits and eligibility please visit: Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race ethnicity color national origin age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability protected veteran status or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.