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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Community Healthcare Worker - Boca Raton, FL.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of the project manager and community social worker, the Community Healthcare Worker (CHW) will collaborate with the entire project team in the REACH Community evidence-based intervention program.

• Develop eligibility criteria guided by the REACH Community evidence-informed intervention.

• Conduct training programs tailored to MWC-Davie staff, including all information on outreach, eligibility, referrals, and communication.

• Works closely with the Center Director, the grant project manager, and each member of the team/staff at the Clinic to meet the complex needs of persons serving and exemplifies the mission of the Memory and Wellness Center and the philosophy of the College of Nursing and guides students’ practicum experiences as needed.

• Recruit family/friend caregivers for REACH Community through ongoing internal identification protocols (home visits, support groups, community partners) encountered directly or through networking and referral processes.

• Serve as liaison between Community Partners and the grant project team.

• Liaison with Community Partners in identifying and referring individuals with ADRD who live alone, as well as the needs of individuals and families, and offer recommendations on resources and services to meet everyone and family caregiver’s unique needs through the grant activities.

Implement coaching sessions for caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) based on the care plan results.

• Complete a REACH risk assessment with each caregiver of an individual with or at risk for ADRD.

• Coordinate and provide support for family caregiver needs assessment, behavioral symptoms management training, consultation, and care planning.

Work with the social worker(s) on scheduling follow-up visits, in-person visits and check-in calls with a list of services to be provided to persons living alone, which are directly arranged and coordinated by the CHW.

• Plan and coordinate with the social worker(s) to implement in-person care consultation and develop an individualized care plan (and revisions).

• Conduct follow-ups monthly and weekly check-ins with individuals living alone with ADRD.

• Determine new services and supports needed for individuals with ADRD living alone.

• Lead new support groups with those individuals newly diagnosed with ADRD.

• Operate as part of an interprofessional team with Community Partners, individuals living with ADRD, and family caregivers.

Assist in event planning and organization for the programs and activities, including educational activities, training delivery, and supportive culturally and linguistically tailored activities

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

• Sick Leave Pool Program.

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A high school diploma and five years of appropriate experience required.

Valid Driver's License required.


Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Bi-lingual.

Bachelor's/master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of study.

Salary:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour.

College or Department:

CON: Memory Wellness Center - Clinic/Operations

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2025-09-25

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is funded with recurring grant funds with an expiration date on June 30, 2026.
Renewal of funding is anticipated; however, not guaranteed.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE:

Applicants may claim Veterans’ Preference on their application. The applicant claiming preference is responsible for providing required documentation at the time of making an application in Workday for a vacant position, or prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement. If an applicant qualifies for Veterans' Preference and the SP position, they are shown preference by the guarantee of an interview. Veterans’ Preference does not guarantee a job. For additional information, please visit https://www.fau.edu/jobs/resources/veterans/. For assistance, please contact Recruitment Services at empl@fau.edu.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover Letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.