Care New England Medical Group / Integra
Providence
Full-time, M-F 8-4:30
CHW Certification or within 12 months
Bilingual Spanish Preferred
Primary Function
The Community Health Worker is a member of the community health team; an interdisciplinary team comprised of Community Health Workers, Behavioral Health Clinicians and practice-based Nurse Care Managers. Works closely with the core team members to support patients who are dealing with complex medical, behavioral health and/or substance issues as well as social determinants of health, and require a more intensive home and community-based intervention. The Community Health Worker plays a critical role in assessing patient needs, offering community resources and referrals, providing navigation, support, care coordination, and ongoing case management to meet those needs. Visits patients in their homes and in the communities in which they live, providing culturally sensitive approaches to health information to improve health literacy. The Community Health Worker facilitates the patient’s decision-making and self-management to help patients engage in their overall health and achieve their health goals. This individual will be responsible for tracking patient related activities, monitoring and documenting progress. Works collaboratively with the primary care team to promote patient-centered care and actively participates in multidisciplinary patient-centered team meetings. The Community Health Worker has frequent contact with many community agencies on behalf of the patients served, networking and collaborating on resource identification to improve the overall health of the population.
Job Qualifications and Specifications
High School diploma required with a combination of training and skills to effectively carry out responsibilities and assignments (such as previous experience working with patients in a community-based setting). Must have Certification in Community Health Work, or be working toward certification to be completed within 12 months from date of hire. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Community/Public Health or related health sciences field a plus. Experience working with primary care providers or in other healthcare settings. Experience working with patients regarding managing their health, navigating systems, providing care coordination and health coaching is preferred. The ability to travel to various locations in the state and reliable transportation is required. Must possess a valid, current state issued driver’s license, have reliable transportation and proof of current auto insurance required. Ability to speak a second language, Spanish preferred.
How To Apply
Head to their website www.carenewengland.org/careers/results and search for Job ID # 16719 and apply there. Or email Cynthia Scott at CyScott@CareNE.org