Certified, Community Health Worker (CHW)

Geisinger; United States; Remote; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits from day one

401(k) with company contributions

Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/yr

Wellness program

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Community Health Worker to provide outreach and navigation support for patients with complex medical and social needs. The role combines fieldwork with home visits across designated Pennsylvania counties and requires independent work and proactive communication with the clinical team.

The ideal candidate will have strong relationship-building skills, reliable transportation, and the ability to manage a travel-based schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year related work experience required.
• Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) - Pennsylvania Certification Board preferred.

Responsibilities

• Outreach to patients with complex medical and social needs.
• Assist patients in navigating the health care system.
• Orient and onboard new Community Health Workers.

Skills

Clerical

Communication

Multitasking

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Location:

Work from home (Pennsylvania)

Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Worker Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

No

Job Summary:

This position is designated as Work from Home, and applicants must reside in Pennsylvania to be considered. While the role is home-based, it is primarily field-focused and requires extensive travel throughout the community, including visits to individuals’ homes and other community locations.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working independently, building relationships within the community, and managing a travel-based schedule.

Travel throughout the following Pennsylvania counties, including but not limited to: Luzerne, Lackawanna, Schuylkill, Northumberland, Monroe, Columbia, Mifflin, Clinton, and York Counties.

Candidates must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel regularly within their assigned coverage area to support community-based services and outreach activities.

Job Duties:

Works within the community providing outreach to patients with complex medical and social needs. Acts as a resource to assist patients in navigating the health care system.

• Orientsandassesses newCommunityHealthWorkers.
• Providesregular assessmentofthelevelofproficiencydemonstratedbystaffduring theorientationperiodinordertosupport decisions to move staff along in training or refocus until proficiency is met.
• Assistsintheidentificationandoutreachofmedicallycomplex patients.
• Collaborateswiththemultidisciplinaryteaminthedevelopmentandimplementationofthecareplan.
• Engagespatients bywayofphonecall, homevisit,hospital visit,andaccompanyingpatientstoProvidersappointmentsasneeded.
• Completesvitalsigns.
• Identifiesgapsincareandconnectsmembers withresources.
• Facilitatestelemedicinevisits withmembersandproviders.
• Performsdiseasespecificeducation.
• ConductsMedicationReviewtoensuremedicationadherence.
• Conductssafetyevaluationsinpatientshome.
• Facilitatesadherencetotreatmentplanbyearlyidentificationandresolutionofgapsincare.
• Communicatesallconcerns toclinicalteamandmanager asnecessary,seeking supportandguidance proactively.
• Participatesinmultidisciplinaryteamconferenceinordertomaximizethetreatmentplan.
• ProvidesreinforcementofthetreatmentplanunderthedirectionoftheCaseManagerandLicensedSocial Workerand is available for consultation and case review as needed.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details:

REQUIREMENT:

- Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) - Pennsylvania Certification Board –> please upload certification with resume

- High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

- 1 year Related work experience

Hours: 8:00AM-4:30PM

Benefit Highlights:

• Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s):

Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) - Pennsylvania Certification Board

Skills:

Clerical I, Communication, Multitasking, Problem Solving

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

• KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
• EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
• LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
• INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
• SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.