COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKER

Position Description

Department: Health & Human Services

Reports to (title): Director of Health & Human Services

Hours/week:

40

Job Location:

Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina

Type of Position:

Full-Time

Classification:

Non-Exempt

Effective Date:

03/2025

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees of Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina are expected to conform to the following:

Uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent.

Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the tribal government.

Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and respectful manner with employees, Tribal members, visitors, and vendors.

Participate in departmental staff meetings, quality management activities and educational programs.

Comply with Lumbee Tribe’s policies and procedures.

Maintain a current insurable driver’s license.

POSITION PURPOSE The Community Health Worker will deliver specialized crisis intervention services and comprehensive case management for individuals who have experienced sexual assault. This includes offering emotional support, assisting with immediate safety planning, connecting victims to necessary medical and legal resources, and providing ongoing guidance to help navigate recovery. Their role is pivotal in ensuring survivors receive the holistic care and support they need to heal and rebuild their lives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS, & RESPONSIBILITIES

Crisis Intervention and Case Management for SA victims.

Identify, assess, and appropriately respond to child, youth, and adult victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, dating violence, and stalking in rural communities.

Encourage and develop networks of collaboration among victim service providers.

Establish and expand victim services, including transportation.

Provide one-on-one advocacy and support/network for victims and direct services that address the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of victims and their families.

Increase awareness for these issues among the community and professional networks.

Participate in CHW Training and maintain certification through work events.

Apply cultural competence/approaches and culturally specific Interventions.

Assist practitioners with responsive approaches in crisis intervention, case management, aligned to cultural competency.

Provide resources and information to the community with a focus and strategies for support, healing, and interventions.

Ensure victim safety with resources and networking with the tribe and partnerships.

Develop trust and maintain confidentiality as mandated throughout the advocacy and service project and beyond.

Work collaboratively in developing partnerships with Robeson County Rape Crisis Center, Legal Aid of NC and UNC Health Southeastern.

Assist with providing sexual assault training using culturally appropriate approaches that address marginalization and barriers.

All other job duties as assigned

MINIMUM MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

2 years of experience working with the public

Education:

High School Graduate

Mandatory Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Qualifications:

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Strong organizational and time management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Calendar, and Task manager.)

Scheduling virtual meetings

Taking and recording minutes.

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively

Description and ability to handle confidential information

Adaptability and willingness to learn new tasks

Must obtain Certification as a Community Health Worker (CHWs)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an employee encounters while performing the primary functions of this job. Normal office conditions exist, and the noise level in the work environment can vary from low to moderate. Limited overnight travel may be required from time to time.

Physical demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, talk, hear and perform repetitive motions. There may be prolonged periods of sitting, keyboarding, reading, as well as driving or riding in transport vehicles. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include reading, distance, computer, and color vision. Talking and hearing are essential to communicate with clients, vendors, and staff.

Mental demands:

There are a number of deadlines associated with this position. The employee must be able to handle frequent interruptions and must also multi-task and interact with a wider variety of people on various and, at times, complicated issues.

INDIAN PREFERENCE

The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina has implemented an Indian Preference in Employment Policy. Pursuant to this Policy, applicants who possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities required by this position, and who are members of the Lumbee Tribe will be given primary preference for hiring and employment after providing proof of tribal membership. Indian preference is integrated into the interview and scoring process for candidates for job positions.

OTHER

Confidentiality:

All employees must uphold all principles of confidentiality to the fullest extent. This position has access to sensitive information and a breach of these principles will be grounds for immediate termination.

Background Investigation: This position is subject to a criminal history background check, and a Motor Vehicle check. Candidates must successfully pass all required background checks in order to qualify for this position.

Drug Screening:

All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening prior to beginning employment and will be subject to random drug testing.

Disclaimer: The information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performance by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Employees will be asked to perform other duties as needed.