COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER (HUMAN SERVICES ASSISTANT)
Company: Fairfax County, VA
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: September 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Salary : $44,368.06 - $73,946.08 Annually
Location : ALEXANDRIA (KP10), VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 24-02250
Department: Health Department
Opening Date: 09/21/2024
Closing Date: 10/4/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S15
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
The Fairfax County Health Department is a progressive public health
leader serving 1.2 million residents and providing services that
promote population health, protect public health and the
environment, and ensure residents' equitable access to health
services and information.
Under the direction of the Public Health Nurse (PHN) the Community
Health Worker (CHW) works directly with clients enrolled in the
Chronic Disease Care Management program to support the client in
effective management of his/her chronic health conditions,
self-care, linking with community resources and adopting healthy
behaviors. Establishes trusting relationships with
clients/caregivers and families while providing general support and
encouragement. The CHW provides these services in the client's
home, community and clinic settings. The CHW collaborates with the
health care team, providers and community partners in
implementation of the client's individualized health care plan.
Provides social support, informal counseling, and advocates for
individuals and community health needs, and provides services such
as home visits, small group education and community outreach.
Note: Human Services Assistant position work schedules are on-site
location and typically Monday through Friday and occasional
evenings, as needed.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the basic principles of human behavior;
Knowledge of word processing and data management programs (Excel,
survey software)
Ability to communicate effectively to clients;
Ability to organize information and records;
Ability to communicate in written format;
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to
graduation from
high school or G.E.D. issued by state department of education; plus
three years of work
experience, including two years in some area of human services
(related two-year
(associate) degree may be substituted for the required human
service experience).
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a
criminal background check, child protective services check,
sanction screenings, driving record check, and tuberculosis test to
the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Job is generally sedentary in nature, and requires walking,
standing, sitting (for long periods of time), and kneeling,
reaching, bending, climbing stairs; may be required to lift or
carry up to 25 lbs. as required for the position. Uses hands to
grasp, handle, or feel. Visual acuity is required to read data on a
computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and
computer and use of touchscreen. Position frequently communicates
and must be able to exchange accurate information with others
verbally and in writing. Generally, works in an office environment
yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of
the typical office setting. Ability to drive a motor vehicle. All
duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.
The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of
residents speak a language other than English at home () and we
encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to
apply to this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of
race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth
or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political
affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and
hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with
disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the
Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for
assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov
EEO/AA/TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and
comprehensive benefits program, including the following:
NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about
the PSLF program:
https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service
For additional details please visit the
Non-Merit Positions
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What is the highest level of education that you have completed?
02
If you answered Some college for the highest level of education
completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours
you have completed towards a degree.
03
Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed
degree(s). Check all that apply.
04
If you answered Other (related field) or Other (non-related field)
for the previous question, please list the discipline of your
degree. If this question does not pertain to you or you do not
possess a degree, enter N/A.
05
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?
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How many years of full-time equivalent work experience do you have?
07
How many years of full-time equivalent work experience do you have
in some area of human services?Note: Human Services is defined as
work whose objective is to meet human needs and focuses on
prevention and the remediation of problems. It is committed to
improving the overall quality of life of the served populations.
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Are you bilingual or multilingual in English and any other
language(s) below? Check all that apply.
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If you answered Other for the previous question, please indicate
the foreign language(s) that you are fluent in. If this does not
apply to you, enter N/A.
10
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have
working with a diverse multicultural population?
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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have
conducting a social or health needs assessment to determine what
type of services are needed for a client?
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How many years of full-time equivalent Community Health experience
do you have? Community Health experience is defined by working
within the community to assist with health education, connecting to
resources, navigating healthcare, and providing individualized
support.
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How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have with
care-coordination and/or health coaching?
14
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have with
basic motivational interviewing techniques and goal setting for
individualized care plan development?
15
Due to the responsibilities associated with the position, are you
willing and able to travel often throughout Fairfax County?
Required Question
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