Lead Community Health Worker

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

5d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for overseeing and coordinating community health programs and activities, as well as providing leadership, training and guidance to Community Health staff. Areas could include exercise, mental health, medication management, nutrition, health care system navigation, substance use and other health behaviors. They work closely with healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive appropriate care and support services to improve health outcomes. Will allocate work and manage staff in absence of Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Public Health required or Bachelor's Degree Social Work required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
• experience in community outreach, health education, or related field 3-5 years required
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for all populations and communities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to develop and implement effective strategies to improve health outcomes
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and program standards
• Collect and analyze data to measure program effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement
• Assist families to apply for social services, including Medicaid or Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).
• Available for daily contact with CHWs to provide resource navigation peer support
• Direct Patient/family to additional resources as needed
• Updates and inputs progress notes, participant charts and EHR according to organizational standards.
• Counsel clients in individual or group sessions to assist them in dealing with substance abuse, mental or physical illness, poverty, unemployment, or physical abuse.
• Counsel or aid family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, or supporting the client or patient.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level