Mercy Serves AmeriCorps Service Member– SS Corporate –Springfield

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 Work Shift: Days/Afternoons (United States of America) The Mercy Serves Member will: Conduct screenings for substance use disorder and social determinants of health such as financial stability, food security, and housing. Provide education and referrals to community-based resources and treatment for patients at risk of substance use disorder utilizing the SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment) model. Provide linkages to healthcare and social service resources. Follow up with patients to continue providing support and reducing barriers to care after discharge. Collect data from patient encounters; maintain appropriate, accurate databases necessary for reporting and compliance activities; and provide pertinent reporting as needed. Assist the Advance Care Planning (ACP) team with patient messages, chart reviews and referrals to ACP specialists. Attend personal and professional development sessions, including team retreats, conferences, networking meetings, and expert talks. Participate in mandatory Mercy Serves team meetings and AmeriCorps meetings and conferences to learn and share member experience and program successes. Maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation of AmeriCorps service experience including number of hours served, training received, etc. Maintain internal and external contacts, including community-based organizations, to support diverse patient needs. Organize and participate in volunteer and civic engagement opportunities and represent the service-oriented values of the Mercy Health ministry, Community Health team, and the Mercy Serves program. Other duties as assigned, including specialized projects based on site needs and community outreach activities. Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED with additional career experience Preferred Education: 4 year/Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (Public Health, Psychology, Sociology, Pre-Med, or similar); Community Health Worker certificate Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: SS Corporate - Americorps It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .