Community Health Worker
About The Position
Vayu Health is a non-profit healthcare community-based organization in California launching a completely different care model for low-income people living with uncontrolled chronic conditions (starting with people with diabetes) who also have high social and behavioral needs. We are looking for like-minded people passionate about equity, person-centered care, and reducing barriers to accessing high-caliber care. We believe that a major shift is needed in the way we care. We are and believe in Acting with passion and creativity, Leading with integrity, Committing to being better, Achieving strength through teams, Inclusivity, where all individuals should be treated with grace and dignity.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Valid California Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance (position requires travel to member homes, community sites, and clinics across Humboldt County).
- Live in Humboldt County.
- Ability to pass health clearances required by partner FQHCs.
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in community-based healthcare, social services, or care management.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
- Lived experience with Medicaid/Medi-Cal and/or managing chronic conditions.
- CHW certification or obtain within 18 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary point of contact and lead care coordinator for an assigned member panel, prioritizing visit cadences based on member risk/acuity.
- Drive care management, supporting members from initial intake through goal achievement, stabilization, and formal program graduation.
- Help members set meaningful self-management goals and translate complex clinical care plans into actionable, culturally relevant habits.
- Provide active, hands-on navigation (application completion for housing vouchers, Medi-Cal redeterminations, SSI/SSDI, EBT).
- Accompany members to critical medical appointments, community agencies, and pharmacies to advocate for their needs.
- Assist members with mapping care networks, family supports, and community resources into the member’s overall Care Plan.
- Provide hands-on setup, pairing, and troubleshooting for remote monitoring tools.
- Perform environmental safety assessments, Health screenings, and SDOH risk evaluations inside the member's home.
- Present real-world field observations, environmental barriers, and engagement context during daily interdisciplinary clinical huddles.
- Conduct targeted recruitment and warm handoffs for eligible clinic and community members.
- Educate members on navigating complex healthcare systems while acting as a cultural mediator and advocate for the member’s preferences.
- Maintain complete confidentiality and log real-time documentation in Sprite (EHR) using standardized care management standards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
