Community Health Worker I
About The Position
WelbeHealth’s PACE program helps seniors remain in their homes and communities by providing medical care and community-based services. The Community Health Worker I provides direct center- and field-based support to PACE participants by addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDoH) needs and reducing barriers to essential services. The role connects participants with community resources, helps them complete applications for community programs, and supports access to services that promote health, safety, and stability. Working within an interdisciplinary team, the Community Health Worker I supports older adults through individual assistance and community-level solutions. The position may involve home visits, outreach, and in-person assistance, as well as ongoing engagement with participants who have complex needs. The role collaborates with Social Workers and other team members to reinforce participant-centered care plans and coordinate resource support. Compensation consists of base salary plus bonus, with a stated range of $23.31–$29.66 USD. Actual compensation is determined based on experience and relevant qualifications. WelbeHealth also describes a comprehensive total rewards package that includes healthcare coverage, a 401(k) match, and additional benefits. Employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a vaccine declination form prior to employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency required.
- Reliable means of transportation.
- Strong knowledge of community-based services and resource navigation.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in social work, human services, social science, or a relevant field preferred.
- Experience working with older adults or vulnerable populations is a plus; experience with frail or elderly populations is ideal.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct participant support for Social Determinants of Health needs through home visits, outreach, and in-person assistance focused on accessing essential services and resources.
- Connect participants to community resources, including housing supports, food insecurity resources, utility assistance, caregiver support, and transportation resources; follow up to support access, eligibility verification, and utilization.
- Assist participants with completing and submitting applications for identified community resources and community-based programs.
- Support Social Workers in discharge planning by providing applicable community resource information during PACE disenrollment.
- Support participants with complex needs through ongoing engagement, resource connection support, and barrier resolution.
- Collaborate with Social Workers, ECAs, PELs, and the broader interdisciplinary team to reinforce participant-centered care plans and coordinate resource support.
- Assist with completing grievances, appeals, incident reports, APS reports, and other quality or compliance-related requirements as needed.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- 17 days of personal time off (PTO).
- 12 holidays observed annually.
- 6 sick days.
- 401(k) savings with match.
- Base pay plus bonus.
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage and additional benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
