Refugee Health Promotion Program Specialist - 2024919

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Are you a person of compassion? An advocate for justice? Someone who stands up for the rights of the vulnerable and speaks out for the marginalized, the exploited and the forgotten?  Do you believe in our calling as Christians to welcome the least of these and love our neighbor?
If you answered 'yes', to any of the above, World Relief, and millions of people around the world need you.
At this pivotal moment in time, we are rapidly expanding and growing our team to meet the increasing needs of our world. We are looking for people who want to use their gifts and talents to make a real and tangible difference in our world and the lives of the suffering.
If you're looking for a purpose-driven career in which you can grow your talents, while also standing up for the rights of the vulnerable, we want you to join us today.
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY World Relief is a global Christian humanitarian organization whose mission is to boldly engage the world's greatest crises in partnership with the church. The organization was founded in the aftermath of World War II to respond to the urgent humanitarian needs of war-torn Europe. Since then, for 80 years, across 100 countries, World Relief has partnered with local churches and communities to build a world where families thrive and communities flourish.
Today, organizational programming focuses on humanitarian and disaster response, community strengthening and resilience, and refugee & immigrant services and advocacy.
This position is reliant upon funding and may be subject to modification or termination based on resource availability. POSITION SUMMARY: World Relief seeks a Refugee Health Promotion Program (RHP) Specialist who will create opportunities to increase health care (including mental healthcare) literacy for eligible Afghans clients, empowering them to make informed health decisions. This position will provide medical/mental healthcare management and healthcare education to eligible Afghans clients. The RHP Specialist works closely with eligible clients to promote successful community integration and long-term self-sufficiency.


\n ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:Collect and review client documentation, and assess client's eligibility for services Conduct client's health needs assessment and determine medical/mental health needs and client's current access to health care services. Create service plans to address all needs and overcome any barriers to health care services Conduct monthly group health care classes focusing on specific health related topics Conduct individual health related orientation to educate clients about American health care system Empower clients while providing them with tools necessary to meet their goals Provide necessary case management services to clients to assist clients to achieve basic self-sufficiency benchmarks and to meet goals of client service plans Build strong relationship with local clinics, hospitals and other health care resources and connect clients to these resources Conduct regular check-ins including home visits for active cases to assess goals' progression, evaluate family stability and needs, and provide support and guidance to clients through case management. Provide transportation to initial doctor appointments, benefit interviews, and trainings for clients, as needed Provide referrals to community agencies and organizations for clients seeking services that WR does not offer; follow-up on referrals to ensure that client was able to connect with the recommended resource Maintain timely and accurate client files, case notes, and reporting records Actively participate in department meetings, staff development opportunities, program trainings, community activities, and organizational events Work closely with internal service teams and external service providers to ensure comprehensive service provision Enter client information into appropriate databases JOB REQUIREMENTS:Mature and personal Christian faithCommitted to the mission, vision, and values of World ReliefDesire to serve and empower the Church to impact vulnerable communitiesAble to affirm and/or acknowledge World Reliefs Core Beliefs, Statement of Faith, Christian Identity and National Evangelicals For the Health of The Nation documentCross-cultural experience strongly preferredValid driver's license PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to manage multiple demands and deadlines with flexibilityAbility to maintain records and reports Detail-oriented and organized Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and responsibility Ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing Effectively manage stressful or crisis situations Fluency in Pashto/Dari is strongly preferred, but not required Advanced competency in the use of Microsoft Office
\n$22 - $22 an hour
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
\nWorld Relief offers a competitive benefits package and employee discount program for full-time and part-time employees.
World Relief is honored to be recognized with the Gold-level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation for exceeding the core components of our well-being program including leadership and culture, program foundations and execution, and whole person health.
*** Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
For World Relief staff, strong commitment to the mission, vision, and values of World Relief is essential, and Christian faith is a prerequisite for employment, based upon United States federal guidelines provided in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.


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