Community Health Worker Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Completion of Community Health Worker (CHW) Training required
• Seasonal Flu Vaccine
• Experience working with diverse populations and adapting communication styles as needed

Nice To Haves

• Compassionate and patient-focused approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong time management and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to improving community health outcomes

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient and family assessments to identify needs such as food, housing, transportation, financial stability, and access to healthcare
• Identify gaps in care, including missed primary care visits, preventative care needs, and inappropriate ER use
• Document assessments and interactions in the patient record
• Coordinate outreach efforts using phone calls, text messaging, mailings, home visits, and community events
• Encourage and support patients in managing chronic conditions and engaging in preventative care
• Collaborate closely with primary care providers, care managers, and support staff to improve patient outcomes
• Address barriers to care and assist patients in accessing timely services
• Educate patients on available resources, including financial assistance, insurance programs, and sliding fee discounts
• Connect patients with community services and support programs
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations

Benefits

• competitive wages based on experience
• up to 3 weeks of PTO in the first year
• no nights or weekend work
• Medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
• 401K match
• 8 paid holidays
• Employee wellness program focusing on physical, mental, and financial wellness