Field Based Community Health Worker - Henderson, NC
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About The Position
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts on the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Field Based Community Health Worker is responsible for assessment, planning and implementing care strategies that are individualized by patients and directed toward the most appropriate, least restrictive level of care. They also Identify and initiate referrals for social service programs; including financial, psychosocial, community and state supportive services, and manage the care plan throughout the continuum of care as a single point of contact for the member. As a Field Based Community Health Worker (CHW), you will act in a liaison role with Medicaid members to ensure appropriate care is accessed as well as to provide home and social assessments and member education. The coordinator also addresses social determinants of health such as transportation, housing, and food access. Schedule: Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 5 pm. (Alternative schedule may be available after 6 months of employment) We offer our established staff the option to work 4 10-hour days (7 am-6pm) in lieu of the traditional 8 hour 5/day week schedule. This position is a field-based position with a home-based office. You will work from home when not in the field. Location: Henderson, NC Local travel up to 50% and mileage is reimbursed at current government rate. If you live near Henderson, NC, you'll enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid remote role* as you take on some tough challenges.
