Field Tribal Community Health Representative - North Idaho
UnitedHealthcare
Plummer, ID
19 days ago
$19.86 - $38.85
Job Description
Join UnitedHealthcare as a Field Tribal Community Health Representative, where you'll engage with Tribal members to enhance their health and well-being. This full-time role involves working closely with communities to provide essential health services, promoting self-advocacy, and addressing unique health challenges faced by Tribal populations.
Key Responsibilities
Engage Tribal members to improve their health, including taking vital signs and transporting them to appointments
Advocate for members and promote self-advocacy
Provide education on community resources and benefits
Foster cultural competence and share knowledge with community members
Work with care coordinators to develop person-centered care plans
Support members in improving their wellbeing and accessing healthcare
Conduct post-discharge activities and assist in connecting members to social services
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED (or higher)
2+ years of experience living or working in a Tribal Community, preferably in Idaho
Intermediate proficiency in PC navigation for applications, emails, and data entry
Ability to travel locally up to 75% of the time
Access to a designated quiet workspace in the home
Reside in an area with a reliable high-speed internet connection
Access to reliable transportation & valid US driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in a health-related field
Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Idaho, Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide, Certified Medical Assistant
2+ years of field-based experience
Experience working in Managed Care
Previous care management experience
CHR/CHW Accreditation
Familiarity with resources available in Tribal communities
Knowledge of culture, sovereignty, and values of the Tribal community
Knowledge and Training on SDOH (Social Determinants of Health)
Knowledge of Medicaid and/or Medicare population
Speak one or more Idaho Tribal languages
Benefits & Perks
Paid Time Off and 8 Paid HolidaysMedical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance401(k) Savings Plan and Employee Stock Purchase PlanEducation ReimbursementEmployee DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramVoluntary Benefits such as pet insurance and legal insurance