Senior Community Health Worker (CalAim)

Job Description:

Senior Community Health Worker (CalAim)

Description

About the Opportunity

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and effective at engaging individuals in a correctional environment. They will be able to review clinical information, interpret assessment data, and develop accurate care plans under clinical oversight. The candidate will be skilled at navigating complex systems and collaborating with the facility medical vendor, Public Health Nurse, Managed Care Plans, and Community Enhanced Case Management Providers. They will also be responsible for maintaining accurate and timely documentation that supports all fee-for-service billing activities, including tracking required service components, documenting billable encounters, and ensuring all information meets DHCS CalAIM Justice-Involved standards. TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE
Application Deadline: 05/26/26 at 5 p.m.
Written Examination: TBD
Oral Examination: TBD
To learn more about the Sheriff's Office, https://www.scsdonline.com/.

THE POSITION

The Senior Community Health Worker provides person-centered care coordination services to justice-involved Medi-Cal beneficiaries during the 90-day pre-release period under the CalAIM Justice-Involved Reentry initiative. The SCHW works inside the Correctional Facilities and collaborates closely with the medical vendor, correctional staff, MCP care managers, ECM community providers, and reentry partners to support a transition back into the community. The SCHW plays a central role in initiating care coordination, supporting Medi Cal processes, and helping individuals successfully access services post release. The Senior Community Health Worker is responsible for accessing the Medical Vendor’s electronic health record (EHR) to review all completed clinical assessments performed by the medical vendor, including but not limited to mental health initial assessments, intake assessments, and associated diagnostic or treatment documentation. The SCHW analyzes the information obtained through these assessments to develop individualized and clinically appropriate Reentry Care Plans. This work is conducted in close collaboration with, and under the oversight of, the Public Health Nurse (PHN), who provides clinical guidance to ensure accuracy, regulatory compliance, and alignment with CalAIM Justice-Involved requirements. Through this process, the SCHW coordinates release-related needs and supports continuity of care between the correctional setting, Managed Care Plans, and ECM community providers. Under general supervision, assist professional staff by supporting high risk clients in clinic and home-based programs, outreach, and office settings, providing education, supportive counseling and health information within a curriculum or other structured setting. Incumbents work with a high degree of independence, in complex programs, with more difficult or complex clients. This class is distinguished from Community Health Worker primarily by the complexity of work or the responsibility for functioning as a lead. This is the advanced working level in the Community Health Worker series. Job assignments require the ability to provide service with minimal guidance and supervision. Positions at this level are distinguished from the Community Health Worker level by performance of the full range of duties as assigned, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative.

Typical Tasks

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Interviews clients to document health conditions and determine eligibility for program participation;
• Assists in interviewing, gathering and assembling related information and preparing reports; maintains appropriate records and files for clients/patients;
• Obtains medical histories, records observations, maintains clients' records; Educate and re-enforce treatment plans prescribed by medical providers Organizes data, develop information, and prepare clear, concise, comprehensive records and reports.
• Assist clients with referrals to services and resources;
• May assist with a variety of concerns impacting clients/families, including but not limited to the control and prevention of chronic condition or infectious diseases, behavioral health conditions, and need for preventive services;
• Assist with services related to perinatal care preventative care, sexual reproductive health, environmental and climate-sensitive health issues, oral health, aging, injury, chronic disease management, domestic violence, and other violence prevention services;
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect aligning with California State reporting laws, the Health Services Agency’s procedure, and programs grant requirements; Other duties as assigned, within the classification;
• Develops individualized Reentry Care Plans with Public Health Nurse oversight, ensuring plans reflect medical vendor recommendations and reentry requirements;
• Updates care plans based on new information, clinical changes, or updated release timelines;
• Documents all care coordination activities accurately in required systems;
• Works closely with the medical vendor to ensure DME needs are identified and secured before release, medication needs and 30-day post-release supplies are prepared, clinical recommendations are incorporated into care plans, information required for warm handoffs is complete and accurate;
• Ensures clinical information is collected for reentry planning;
• Facilitates warm handoffs to community ECM providers;
• Ensures timely communication and clear documentation or all care coordination;
• Coordinates post-release appointments (primary care, specialty care, behavioral health, SUD treatment);
• Works with the medical vendor to ensure individuals are released with medications, prescriptions, and DME;
• Ensures consent is obtained for communication with MCPs and community providers;
• Participates in case reviews, care coordination meetings, and reentry planning discussions;
• Provides program updates and maintains strong communication with internal and external partners;
• Documents all care coordination activities in alignment with fee-for-service billing requirements, including required service elements, billable components, and supporting narrative detail;
• Participates in quality improvement efforts, audits, and regulatory reviews by ensuring documentation is complete, organized, and audit-ready;
• Maintains strict confidentiality of protected health information and adheres to HIPAA, facility security protocols, and all applicable privacy regulations;
• Assists with meeting coordination, communication, and workflow support;
• Maintains program materials, trackers, and data logs; and
• Works independently and exercises sound judgment.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education/Experience)

Knowledge

• Principles and practices of community health;
• Techniques involved in preparing educational material;
• Interviewing, counseling and teaching techniques;
• Train and mentor staff;
• Types of available community resources for the needs of patients/families;
• Understand the social determinants of health and their impact on community and individuals outcomes;
• Public relations techniques;
• Medical terminology, phraseology, forms, documents, and procedures;
• Office practices and procedures; filing and record keeping systems;
• Basic arithmetic;
• Family member roles and living environments;
• Characteristics or problems unique to the group in employment, education, health, economics and social customs, and current social movements of various populations;
• Commitment to centering health and racial equity; and
• Health and racial equity and the social conditions associated with health disparities.

Skills/Abilities:

• Accurately gather information to assess needs and progress;
• Present information clearly and effectively in a group setting;
• Formulate and make recommendations to clients;
• Use community resources to assist clients;
• Understand and accept differences in attitudes toward health and diet resulting from medical, financial, cultural and other factors;
• Understand and apply regulations, rules and procedures;
• Maintain and update records, files and prepare reports;
• Perform basic mathematical computations;
• Read, write and speak English at a level necessary for successful job performance;
• Work collaboratively with other personnel assigned to the same patient/families;
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work;
• Effectively use community resources and organizations;
• Use computers and related equipment as necessary for job assignments;
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with staff, the general public, and with culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged clients;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Understand the needs of diverse populations including, but not limited to, ethnic and racial groups, LGBTQA+ communities;
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with agency staff and a wide variety of community organizations including general public; and
• Maintain the confidentiality of client information.

We recognize your time is valuable, please only apply if you meet the following required qualifications. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

PATTERN I

• Equivalent of twelve (12) months of clerical and paraprofessional nursing training or experience, either voluntary or paid, in a health care setting; AND
• Fifteen (15) related semester units of college-level course work, including at least one class in either: Psychology, Sociology, Biology or Physiology; AND
• One (1) year of experience comparable to a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

PATTERN II

• Two (2) years of experience comparable to a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

PATTERN III

• Equivalent of twelve (12) months of clerical and public health training or experience, either voluntary or paid, in a public health department; AND
• Fifteen (15) related semester units of college-level coursework, including at least one class in either: Behavioral Science, Biology, Social Services, Nutrition, Health Education or a closely related field. AND
• One(1) year of experience comparable to a Community Health Worker in Stanislaus County.

Proof of education, licenses and certificates are required for verification purposes at the time of application. Applicants who are unable to submit proof must call 209-525-7044 to make other arrangements. Failure to submit proof will result in disqualification.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Some positions may require completion of a Community Health Worker certification. If the selected candidate does not have this certification, they must begin certification training within six-months of employment.
• Some positions may require certification as a Comprehensive Perinatal Service Program (CPSP) or obtain within the first 90-days of employment.

Application and Selection Procedures

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application. Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application. The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications. EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

GENERAL INFORMATION CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Services of the County and is assigned to the Community & Health Services bargaining unit for labor relations purposes. The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab. Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County. Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding). RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions. Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date. Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.

APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring. Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed. DISCLAIMER Stanislaus County reserves the right to revise the examination plan described in this flyer to better meet the needs of County service. The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. The information contained in the bulletin is information which sets forth a general summary of benefits for this respective position. This information is not legally binding. The benefits and other information regarding this position may be found in the Stanislaus County Code, the Stanislaus County Personnel Policies manual, or in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), and such information prevails over information contained in this flyer. Questions regarding this bulletin may be directed to the Stanislaus County Chief Executive Office/Human Relations.

Benefits associated with this position can be found at Benefits Summary.

Closing Date/Time: 5/26/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$54,100.80 - $65,769.60 Annually