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THE MISSION OF PROJECT HOME

The mission of the Project HOME community is to empower adults, children, and families to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty, to alleviate the underlying causes of poverty, and to enable all of us to attain our fullest potential as individuals and as members of the broader society. We strive to create a safe and respectful environment where we support each other in our struggles for self-esteem, recovery, and the confidence to move toward self-actualization.

Project HOME achieves its mission through a continuum of services comprised of street outreach, a range of supportive housing, and comprehensive services. We address the root causes of homelessness through neighborhood-based affordable housing, economic development, and environmental enhancement programs, as well as through providing access to employment opportunities; adult and youth education; and health care.

Project HOME is committed to social and political advocacy. An integral part of our work is education about the realities of homelessness and poverty and vigorous advocacy on behalf of and with homeless and low-income persons for more just and humane public policies.

Project HOME is committed to nurturing a spirit of community among persons from all walks of life, all of whom have a role to play in making this a more just and compassionate society.

THE VALUES OF PROJECT HOME

The work of Project HOME is rooted in our strong spiritual conviction of the dignity of each person.

We believe that all persons are entitled to decent, affordable housing and access to quality education, employment, and health care.

We believe in the transformational power of building relationships and community as the ultimate answer to the degradation of homelessness and poverty.

We believe that working to end homelessness and poverty enhances the quality of life for everyone in our community.

We believe that the critical resources entrusted to us to achieve our mission must be managed honorably and professionally.

Job SummaryThe Community Health Worker provides a bridge between patients at the Stephen Klein Wellness Center and their health care providers and other professionals for referrals, decision making and overall continuity of care. Theyassess any barriers to following through with healthcare needs, assisting patients in overcoming those barriers,and referral to appropriate resources as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specifically the Community Health Worker will:

Collaborate with Project H.O.M.E. residential managers and case workers to increase utilization of services at the Stephen Klein Wellness Center and within the organization

Promote available service options and choices to the community and encourage registration or follow-up with health care providers at the Stephen Klein Wellness Center

Assist patients/clients in enrolling in other health care services

Accompany patients/clients to critical health care or social service appointments

Promote the utilization of resources within the community

Facilitate opportunities for individuals to direct their own physical and behavioral wellness

Teach and support acquisition and utilization of skills needed for recovery

Help to facilitate the development of a sense of wellness and self-worth

Participate in case review meetings as needed

Participate in Quality and Risk Management Committee as designated.

Develop and maintain activities to maintain Patient Centered Medical Home as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduate or GED required. Certified Peer Specialist preferred

PA Drivers License

Preferred Qualifications

Formal training at a CHW program

Certified Peer Specialist preferred

Member of the 19121 community

Project HOME is an Equal Opportunity Employer