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Posting Date: August 19, 2022

Job Title: Neighborhood Health Advocate

Baltimore Healthy Start, Inc is currently seeking applicants for our Neighborhood Health Advocate position. The advocate is responsible for the case management and implementation of Healthy Start Home Visiting Services to the clients enrolled in the assigned service area.

The Neighborhood Health Advocate is responsible for the case management and implementation of Healthy Start Home Visiting Services to the clients enrolled in the assigned service area. Ideal candidate will be bi-lingual (English and Spanish)

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Consistently carry out on-going outreach efforts in service area to enroll pregnant and postpartum women.

· Consistently identify and refer pregnant women to the Healthy Start Recruitment Team.

· Consistently address any immediate or emergency needs of clients.

· Develop an individual service plans for each client with supervision of Case Manager.

· Visit pregnant and/or post-partum mothers per Healthy Start’s protocol.

· Conduct parent interviews and family needs assessments.

· Conduct developmental screening and assessments e.g. Ages and Stages.

· Provide program participants with guidance on home safety, nutrition, effective discipline, constructive play activities and other related topics.

· Ensure that all appropriate documentation regarding the client’s progress is written in the case record.

· Assist pregnant women preparing for childbirth in education, package food and/or clothing for the mother and child as needed.

· Provide information on community and agency services and referring families to community resources to include medical and mental health providers and the interagency network for other services as needed.

· Ensure that the infant is enrolled in pediatric care and the mother enrolled in general health care and family planning.

· Provide parents with information regarding childhood immunizations.

· Provide information and resources regarding Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV issues as needed.

· Assist with coordinating doctor, dental visit and other community needs identified by the families, including transporting family member when necessary.

· Attend and participate in meetings as requested.

· Complete any assignment that adds to the success of the Program.

Qualifications and Essential Skills:

· Requires a High School Diploma/GED or 2 years of related experience with high-risk population in lieu of education.

· Minimum of three years previous work experience interviewing and/or research data collection.

· Requires personal reliable transportation.

· Requires the demonstrated ability to display and maintain a professional, pleasant and respectful demeanor at all times.

· Requires the demonstrated ability to be prompt, efficient, organized, pay strong attention to detail, and multi-task.

· Requires the demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

· Requires the demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and interact positively with people of varied ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds.

· Requires the demonstrated ability to follow through with deadlines, paperwork, appointments, etc.

· Requires proficient internet use.

· Requires excellent interpersonal skills.

. Require completion of or within six-month employment completion of University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) Home Visiting Training Certificate Program

Licenses, Registrations and Certificates:

·Valid MD Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

. Spanish (Required)

Valued But Not Required Skills and Experiences: 

. Associates degree in Human Services or a related field.

. Highly prefer previous working experience in the field of human services or social work. 

. CNA/GNA, Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

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Posting Date: June 30, 2023

Job Title: Housing Navigator (Grant-Funded)

Position Overview

The Housing Navigator acts as a case manager and counselor to enrolled Housing University students in relation to assessing their housing readiness and needs; while promoting their participation in Housing University courses, workshops and workforce development in an effort to secure healthy housing with longer-term leases.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Act as case manager and counselor to up to 20-40 clients/tenants a year

· Ensure that clients/tenants complete enrollment forms, and assessments for housing and employment readiness

· Coordinate each client/tenants’ journey to achieve the goal of affordable and healthy housing with 24-36 month contract

· Contact landlords to directly arrange housing; possibly through work with the landlord liaison

· Ensure that tenants, in need of eviction support, exterminating services or house cleaning, receive assistance according to established procedures

· Conduct home visits, when necessary to deliver or receive information

· Conduct developmental screening and assessments e.g. Ages and Stages.

· Ensures the delivery of management services to tenants and participants, including the negotiation of lease and rental agreements, occupancy-terminations, and walk-throughs with the inspector and or landlord and tenant

· Ensure the smooth transaction/transition between residents and landlord activities

· Provide guidance and education related to the Section 8 voucher process and eviction prevention grant process

• Participate in marketing, leasing, and resident move-in experiences, including partnering with maintenance to ensure unit readiness for move-in
• Track students’ attendance for stipend payments
• Maintain folders on each client
• Submit monthly reports as required
• Recommend and support tenants’ walk through with landlords and seeing inspection reports; to include walk-throughs for needed repairs; assist in submitting repair requests for tenants
• Guide tenants to prevent evictions to include assistance getting legal assistance and for escrow planning
• Partners with Healthy Start’s Neighborhood Health Advocates to provide housing resources and support to meet the needs of their clients.
• May facilitate inspection and rehabilitation process in response to repair issues raised by tenants.
• May contact housing department(s) on behalf of tenants

Qualifications:

· High School diploma/GED, Bachelor's degree preferred with emphasis in housing management, human services, social work, real estate, or other related field;

· Awareness of and high interest in housing program or human services and case management experience preferred.

· Working knowledge of Maryland housing policies and regulations a plus..

Essential Skills and Abilities:

. Ability to learn and navigate housing options for tenants, including the   public housing process.

. Ability to follow directions.

. Ability to maintain an active caseload of up to 40 clients/tenants a year.

. Ability to promote the University and housing services. 

. Ability to track clients and their activities and update records.

. Ability to build rapport with tenants/clients, business   officials, landlords /developers, and staff and maintain respect working with all parties.

. Self-sufficient and motivated with can-do attitude.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: 

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk; climb stairs, and sit for long periods of time; use hands & fingers for writing and typing; and close vision for reviewing documents on the computer or hardcopy.

Licenses, Registrations and Certificates:

·Valid MD Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

. Spanish (Required)

Valid MD Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

For best consideration, please upload a current resume.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,000.00 - $38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Baltimore, MD 21205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Case management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Posting Date: June 30, 2023

Job Title: Part-time Maintenance/Driver

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organized, and has a strong attention to detail. For best consideration, please upload a current resume.

The maintenance worker is responsible for maintaining the buildings and grounds of the organization. Perform routine maintenance activities, notifying management of need for repairs, renovation projects and safety inspections. As driver, responsible for picking up and dropping clients off to various appointments and/or meetings/activities at BHS office building. Monitor repairs and/or maintenance as needed on the Agency van. Position is Part-time 24 hours per week. Hours available beginning at 8:30 a.m. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Assist Office Manager in locating supplies and materials for staff.

· Assist Office Manager in coordinating all facility, work direction and support systems related to facilities projects.

· Responsible for securing the office building (opening building and unlocking gate)

· Responsible for property snow removal and removing all recycling materials from the building

· Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

· Follow safety protocols when working with hazardous materials, test and troubleshoot electrical systems, perform basic plumbing repairs

. Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician.   Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors   and other building fixtures.

· Install necessary appliances and equipment as needed

· Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies   in the BHS building and at Garwyn Office Suite location

· Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into dumpster and bags trash   for proper disposal

· Maintain a thorough inventory of materials and products, coordinates   restocking with

· Assist with some office duties

· May assist moving and assisting with transportation of furniture and   office equipment

· Coordinate with Case Managers/NHA’s to determine scheduled times   and locations for clients pick up and drop for appointments and some   agency activities

· Responsible for total upkeep and maintenance of Agency van (i.e.   maintenance & refueling at all times for company use)

Minimum Qualifications:

· Requires a High School Diploma/GED or 2 years of related experience with high-risk population in lieu of education.

· Valid driver’s license and a clear driving record

· Proven experience as a maintenance worker or other similar position

· Experience working with tools, including hand and electrical power tools

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· General passion for creative problem-solving

Job Skills and Requirements:

.  Knowledge of general carpentry and repair

. Ability to safely use hand tools and power tools

. Excellent organizational and time management skills

. Analytical Skills: the ability to make decisions based on needs and keeping within budget restraints

. Communication: Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain what needs to be done

. Detail oriented: ensures cleaning, upkeep and safety standards are maintained

. HVAC Knowledge a plus

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to walk and climb stairs. Possible lifting of items up to and including 50 pounds’ multiple times.

Work Environment: Work is performed inside and outside in varied temperatures. The position requires walking 50-75% of the day with occasional standing and/or bending. Hours are flexible, but they should encompass at least the core business hours of Baltimore Healthy Start, Inc.

Job Types: Part-time

Pay: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday 

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Baltimore, MD 21205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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Posting Date: November 16, 2022

Job Title: Clinical Community Neighborhood Health Advocate - Anne Arundel County

Baltimore Healthy Start, Inc is currently seeking applicants for our Clinical Community Neighborhood Health Advocate position. The advocate is responsible for the case management and implementation of Healthy Start Home Visiting Services to the clients enrolled in the assigned service area.

The Community Clinical Neighborhood Health Advocate(CCNHA) is responsible for augmenting clinical care with a social determinants of health approach. The (CCNHA) will promote, maintain, and improve the health of patients and their family. Provide social support and informal counseling, advocate for individuals and community health needs, and provide clinical services in the clinical setting within her scope of practice. The CCNHA will enroll eligible pregnant/postpartum women attending the FQHC into home visiting through direct enrollment into Baltimore Healthy Start. The (CCNHA) will also assist with Dyad Care visits and care coordination.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and their families while providing general support and encouragement.

· Conduct intake interviews with eligible patients, including enrolling and/or referring patients into Home Visiting program. Follow-up with patients via phone calls, home visits and visits to other settings where patients can be found.

· Help patients set personal goals and attend appointments.

· Ensure patient and family enrolled in health insurance.

· Provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate.

· Help patients with transportation and give appointment reminders for visits including specialty care visits.

· Work closely with medical provider to help ensure that patients have comprehensive and coordinated care. Follow up with patients should be continuous from initial identification through closure.

· Work cooperatively with other clinical personnel assigned to the same patient.

· Exhibit excellent working relations with patients, visitors and staff, effectively communicating with all parties.

· Be responsible for providing consistent communication to the Care Management Team including BHS Case Manager and FQHC's Care Management team in order to evaluate patient/family status, ensuring that provided information, and reports clearly describe progress.

· Act as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community service agencies (e.g. DSS, hospitals, etc.)

· Record patient care management information in the EMR (training provided by FQHC and BHS) and other software no later than 24 hours after patient contact.

· Attend regular staff meetings, trainings and other meetings as requested

· Manage assigned caseload of patients

· Other duties as assigned by FQHC and BHS.

Qualifications and Essential Skills:

· Requires a High School Diploma/GED or 2 years of related experience with high risk population in lieu of education.

· CNA/GNA, Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant certification

· Minimum of three year’s previous work experience interviewing and/or research data collection.

• Strong consideration will be given to applicants that exhibit leadership skills and evidence of concern for the wellbeing of the neighborhoods within the assigned Service Area
• Requires daily, continual personal access to reliable transportation
• Requires the demonstrated ability to speak, hear others and write legibly
• Requires the demonstrated ability to display and maintain a professional, pleasant and respectful demeanor at all times
• Requires the demonstrated ability to be prompt, efficient, organized, pay strong attention to details, and multi-task
• Requires the demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Requires the demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and interact positively with people of varied ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
• Requires the demonstrated ability to follow through with deadlines, paperwork, appointments, etc.
• Requires proficient internet use.
• Requires excellent interpersonal skills.
• Requires completion of University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) Home Visiting Training Certificate Program at employment or within six months of employment.

Licenses, Registrations and Certificates:

·Valid MD Driver’s License and reliable transportation.

. Spanish 

Valued But Not Required Skills and Experience:

. Associates Degree in Human Services or a related field. 

. Highly prefer previous experience in the field of human services or social work. 

Apply Now!