Family Medicine Academic Faculty Physician - State College

Penn State Health Medical Group Location: US:PA:Reading Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.0 Shift: VariedHours: Monday-Friday 8-4:30, Varied Evenings J OB SUMMARY: The Community Health Advocate (CHA) is a frontline public health worker who performs a wide variety of duties at the paraprofessional level to engage, support, advocate and educate community members in overall health and wellness. The CHA serves as a liaison or link between health and social services and the community to facilitate access and improve health outcomes by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support and advocacy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent required.One (1) year of experience in a community related role required.BLS certification required within 6 months of hire.Mental Health First Aid training required within 6 months of hire. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Bi-lingualCommunication and interpersonal skillsOrganized, detail oriented and motivatedDependable, consistency and professionalismStrong customer service skillsAbility to work with a team, external and internalAbility to capture and report dataExtensive knowledge of community resourcesDevelop and draft goals to address barriers to healthcareAbility to work with patients to reach goals identifiedAbility to identify environments potentially requiring notification to authorities (Child Abuse and Elderly)Reliable transportation and valid PA drivers licenseAble to communicate information in an organized and clear mannerBasic computer skillsMaintains appropriate personal appearanceMeet deadlines PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Community Health Worker Certification preferred.This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities. Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. I f you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.