Community Health Worker
About The Position
Western Sierra Medical Clinic is seeking an engaging, enthusiastic, and mission-driven Community Health Worker (CHW) to provide and coordinate patient linkage with resources and care coordination. This role is part of an innovative Population Health Outreach program designed to support and empower high-risk, high-needs patients to improve their health outcomes. The CHW will be a trusted member of the community, serving as a liaison between health and social services and the clinic. The multidisciplinary team, including RNs, MDs, MSWs, LCSWs, and CHWs, collaborates to address social determinants of health such as food, housing, transportation, and financial resources. WSMC will offer Community Health Worker Certification if the candidate is not already certified.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- At least 1 year of experience related to the duties and responsibilities specified
- Community Health Worker Certification, or willingness to obtain within first six months of employment
Nice To Haves
- Competent administrative skills
- Flexibility and creativity – new and evolving program
- Good communication and consumer relations skills; ability to work well with a team and independently
- Proficiency in computer operations, navigation skills and software applications
- Sound decision-making skills
- Professional demeanor
- Understanding of managed care services
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with an electronic practice management system
- Computer literate (i.e. logging on to computer, usage of keyboard and mouse, familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel)
- Ability to type 40 wpm
Responsibilities
- Advocate for patients and help them achieve their best health.
- Be a trusted member of the community.
- Be dependable and independent, as much of the work will take place in various settings.
- Communicate well with patients, document clearly in the medical record, and interface with medical providers to advocate for the patient.
- Conduct outreach and enrollment assessments.
- Create a care plan that reflects patients’ needs.
- Connect patients to resources to meet these needs.
- Serve as a liaison between the community and health and social services.
- Interface well with clinic staff, community, and Care Neighborhood team.
- Meet departmental review and documentation standards for work assignment.
- Adhere to the policy and procedures of assigned clinic(s).
- Build and maintain appropriate relationships on behalf of WSMC.
- Support a positive work environment and foster teamwork.
Benefits
- Community Health Worker Certification will be offered by WSMC if candidate is not certified.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
