Community Health Worker- Savannah, GA

Centerwell, Limited Partnership • Savannah, GA

438d • $47,700 - $65,600 • Onsite

About The Position

The Community Health Worker role at CenterWell Senior Primary Care focuses on supporting patients by addressing their social determinants of health, facilitating access to necessary resources, and promoting self-determination in health goals. This position involves direct interaction with patients, care planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care delivery.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Community Health Worker certification, or willingness to complete within one year
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in human services and navigating community-based resources

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in applicable discipline
• Familiarity with state Medicaid guidelines and application processes
• Experience working with patients with behavioral health conditions and substance use disorders
• Prior experience conducting home visits and knowledge of field safety practices
• Training as an LPN or LVN
• Training as an EMT or paramedic
• Bilingual in English/Spanish with the ability to speak, read and write in both languages without limitations and assistance

Responsibilities

• Develop a wholistic view of patient needs related to Social Determinants of Health
• Identify existing barriers to engagement with necessary resources and supports
• Provide education around maintenance of chronic health conditions, as well as available options for behavioral care and social support
• Serve as liaison between the patient and the direct care providers, assisting in navigating both internal and external systems
• Initiate care planning and subsequent action steps for high-risk members, coordinating with interdisciplinary team
• Support patients' self-determination, motivating them to meet their identified health goals
• Conduct Transitions of Care for Observation stays
• Refer patients to necessary services and supports, including assistance with transportation, food insecurity, and benefits applications
• Document patient encounters in medical record system in a timely manner
• Participate in interdisciplinary review of and coordination around complex patients
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Company and personal holidays
• Volunteer time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Real Estate
• Education Level: High school or GED