Community Health Representative - HYBRID - (Sault)

MyMichigan Health • Sault Ste. Marie, MI

7h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Health Worker is a frontline liaison between MyMichigan Health and the communities they serve. This position is responsible for serving as a link between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. This person will build a trusting relationship with individuals and families in our community and will be a key member of our patient-centered health teams and community collaborations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Community Health Worker Core Competency certification is required within 6 months of hire or transfer.
• Demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, including preparation and report presentation.
• Knowledge of personal computers, PC applications, MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project.
• Must be self-motivated, strong problem solver, and detail-oriented.
• Effectively communicate with community members, partners and stakeholders.
• Communicating health information using culturally appropriate terms and concepts.

Nice To Haves

• Community Health Worker certification preferred.
• Experience with community health, public health or related field.

Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with patients to access social needs.
• Assist patients and families in removing barriers to meeting social needs by connecting them with appropriate community resources and assist in navigating internal and extern systems.
• Promote wellness by providing locally and culturally appropriate information to patients.
• Refer and link to preventive services through health screening and health care information.
• Support care team needs in provider offices as appropriate to meet payor metrics and billing guidelines.
• Assist patients as part of the care team in self-management of chronic illness and medication adherence.
• Advocate for patients when needed.
• Navigate individuals with the knowledge, skills and expanded resources to obtain healthcare at the right time and right place.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED