Community Health Worker

Privia Health•Rockville, MD

3d•$50,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maryland Primary Care Program (MDPCP AHEAD) Community Health Worker will work closely with Primary Care providers and social services agencies in the state of Maryland to provide short term care coordination and connection to community or state resources. Will provide education and provision of coordination of care and services. Our Community Health Workers seek to develop, implement, and deliver extensive care coordination within our medical group and affiliated partners in a patient centered manner. They interact and collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams, population health teams, networked facility partners, physicians, and others involved in meeting the patient’s needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
Possess planning, organizing, conflict resolution, negotiating and interpersonal skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Power Point
Ability to function efficiently in a virtual environment and meet defined goals

Nice To Haves

Possession of a valid Community Support Worker (CSW) certification preferred
Proficiency in multiple languages, preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinate care among individuals, communities, and health and social service systems
Conduct outreach, through telephonic, office visits, and home visits
Provide culturally appropriate health and informational resources
Oversee case management and resource access
Advocate for individuals and communities regarding housing, food security, and other social determinants of health needs
Provide coaching and social support, such as nutrition training, recovery services for mental health and substance use disorders, and chronic disease management and prevention
Organize and/or provide services, such as basic health screenings and first aid
Increase individual and community participation in assessments and education to improve health and well-being