Community Health Worker - Bakersfield

Akido Companies Internal Job Board•Bakersfield, CA

13d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Community Health Worker (CHW) supports members with complex medical and social needs in managing their health and wellbeing. The CHW motivates behavioral changes to improve health outcomes through education, peer support, and shared experiences. The role includes managing a patient caseload, developing and carrying out care plans with patients and clinical teams, connecting members with health and social services, advocating for members, and documenting encounters. The position is based in Bakersfield and requires travel of 50–75%. Compensation is listed as $28 per hour, while the stated hourly pay range is $25–$25 USD.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience with and comfort working with CalAIM populations of focus, including people experiencing homelessness, adults with serious mental illness or substance use disorder, adults transitioning from incarceration, and adults with complex medical needs.
Ability to work in a dynamic, outdoors environment.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to prioritize multiple and competing tasks.
Ability to communicate effectively, including articulating relevant personal experiences.
Excellent oral communication and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to use computers to document information in case management software.
Must have a valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
Able to travel 50–75%.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of patients, including completing assessment forms, developing care plans with patients and clinical teams, and carrying out activities according to care plans.
Build rapport with patients to increase the likelihood of positive behavior changes.
Coach patients to minimize risks associated with identified common health conditions and behaviors.
Accompany members to medical and social services appointments.
Connect members to appropriate programs to address barriers to care and enhance compliance.
Link members to local, county, and state services; follow up with members and serve as a member advocate.
Introduce systems to promote self-management and self-efficacy.
Document information from every encounter in designated information systems.
Conduct outreach and engage eligible patients to enroll them in the Akido ECM Program.
Perform other duties as assigned.