Community Health Worker FT, Day

Prisma Health•Richland, WA

About The Position

Works in the neighborhoods where patients reside, connecting patients and their families to resources and care. Serves as a member of the care model team, enabling population health in the community by building trust and vital relationships with residents of an assigned medical neighborhood. This is a non-management position that reports to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high school diploma / highest degree earned.
One year of community involvement is preferred.
Must be able to complete training and obtain certification after hire.
Some positions may require bilingual Spanish and English skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of community involvement.

Responsibilities

Develop strategic partnerships in the community to support outreach and referrals.
Establish peer-to-peer relationships that link the community and the health system.
Provide guidance and support through home visits and care coordination programs.
Conduct home visits with Community Health Worker clients.
Help individuals manage their health, including promoting adherence to appointments, screenings, treatment, and medications.
Assist patients in navigating the health care system and facilitate assistance or interventions between care visits.
Stay current on community resources and advocate for patients.
Provide resources to improve patients’ health knowledge and self-sufficiency, help them understand health conditions, and develop strategies to improve health and well-being.
Serve as a liaison between patients and the clinical care team, reporting encounter details and results to the clinical liaison.
Coordinate meetings for Community Health Workers to communicate and share best practices, and coordinate meetings with the clinical liaison.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with Prisma Health’s purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.