Community Health Worker, Affiliated Pediatric Practices

Mass General Brigham • Somerville, MA

21h • Hybrid

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals to advance its mission of patient care, research, teaching, and community service. Affiliated Pediatric Practices (APP) is a network of independently owned Massachusetts-based community pediatric practices, aiming to provide excellent healthcare to pediatric patients and families. With over 30 years of experience, APP's pediatricians collaborate to share knowledge and implement innovative programs, enhancing patient care across Massachusetts. APP currently has over 100 physicians, 45 nurse practitioners, and 15 behavioral health providers in 32 offices. This role is for a compassionate, full-time, 40-hour Community Health Worker (CHW) to join the APP team. This hybrid position involves working closely with patients, families, and community resource agencies to promote and maintain good health, providing education, support, and outreach services to help community members achieve their health goals. The CHW will address patient needs related to food, housing, childcare, financial support, behavioral health/substance use/medication management, transportation, job skills training, and healthcare system navigation. The CHW works under the direction of a healthcare professional to deliver preventive care and health education.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
• Experience in community outreach, health education, doctor's office, or related field 0-1 year preferred
• Bilingual skills preferred; Languages in order of greatest demand: Cape Verdean Creole, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Haitian Creole
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for racially and ethnically diverse populations and communities preferred

Responsibilities

• Work closely with patients, families, and community resource agencies to promote and maintain good health
• Provide education, support, and outreach services to help community members achieve their health goals
• Address patient access to resources such as food, housing, childcare, and financial support
• Address patient needs related to behavioral health/substance use/medication management, transportation, job skills training, healthcare system navigation
• Deliver preventive care and health education to the community

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits
• Career advancement opportunities
• Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees