Community Health Worker- Field

CVS Health•Lansing, MI

8d•$19 - $35

About The Position

At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day. CHW Position Summary & Qualifications Position Summary Scheduled hours: M-F from 8:00am to 5:00pm (flexible) Training hours: First 6 weeks WFH This is a field-based position working with the members/community in (assigned city/county) and surrounding counties. Community Health Workers (CHW) serve the community as a bridge between the member (community) and the health care system (providers) through outreach and education. By providing these services, CHW's help Aetna members attain and maintain better health outcomes, improve relationships with healthcare providers and help both parties become more acculturated with each other. This position will work under the direction of a designated professional. Requires flexibility to work in situations in which the working conditions are unknown, as environments and situation of patient homes may vary. Ability to communicate medical information to health care professionals and care coordinators over the telephone. Knowledge of formal and informal community agencies and resources. Working knowledge of multi-system outreach programs related to health care delivery, clinical education, and health-related services. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Occasional weekend hours may be required. Requires the ability to travel to multiple office locations and home locations. Able to influence medical care providers as needed to adjust interventions based on member’s cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences. Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage multiple priorities, utilizes effective time management skills, and exercise sound judgment. Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail required. Ability to effectively provide support care to socially and medically complex patients in a variety of non-traditional settings. This is a full-time position, requiring up to 70% percent travel

Requirements

Must be located in Michigan or surrounding area.
Must be willing to travel within the 90 mile radius from (Wayne and Macomb counties) at least 70% of the time.
Must possess reliable transportation.
1-3 years relevant experience (such as community outreach or home visits to members/patients).
Experience in serving the Medicaid Populations in urban or rural environments with familiarity of local, formal, and informal resource networks
High School Diploma or G.E.D

Nice To Haves

Experience working in community/outpatient setting.
Community Health Worker Certification or equivalent training and experience.
Preferred skills: Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Care, HIPAA, C.L.A.S. Standards, Motivational Interviewing, and specialized training in medical terminology and practices for designated health conditions.
Meet all requirements set forth by local state i.e. first aid, CPR, TB screen, etc.
Experience using a computer including the use of Excel and Electronic Health Records

Benefits

Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

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