Community Health Worker

$19.25+ an hour (with experience)

 Do you have a passion for community service? Our Community Health Worker helps increase access to health services for people through outreach, encouraging engagement, education, and peer support. We offer competitive wages based on experience and up to 3 weeks of PTO in the first year! Other perks include no nights or weekend work.

• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
• 401K match
• 8 paid holidays
• Employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial wellness

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient and family assessments to identify needs such as food, housing, transportation, financial stability, and access to healthcare
• Identify gaps in care, including missed primary care visits, preventative care needs, and inappropriate ER use
• Document assessments and interactions in the patient record
• Coordinate outreach efforts using phone calls, text messaging, mailings, home visits, and community events
• Encourage and support patients in managing chronic conditions and engaging in preventative care
• Collaborate closely with primary care providers, care managers, and support staff to improve patient outcomes
• Address barriers to care and assist patients in accessing timely services
• Educate patients on available resources, including financial assistance, insurance programs, and sliding fee discounts
• Connect patients with community services and support programs
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations

Qualifications

• Completion of Community Health Worker (CHW) Training required
• Seasonal Flu Vaccine    
• Experience working with diverse populations and adapting communication styles as needed

What We're Looking For

• Compassionate and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong time management and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to improving community health outcomes