Community Health Advocate: Outreach & Wellbeing

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, and/or

401(k) with employer contributions

Flexible scheduling

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health in West Duluth is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients by addressing behavioral and social determinants of health through goal setting and community resources. You will work with patients and families to improve access to medical, behavioral health, and community services, building trusted relationships to advance wellbeing.

The role emphasizes outreach, enrollment, and collaboration with the care team, requiring strong communication and knowledge of local

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in customer service, social service, healthcare behavioral health or related field.

Responsibilities

• Outreach and enroll eligible patients
• Build trusting relationships with patients and work together to create personalized goals to improve wellbeing
• Provide tailored support in accessing health care, community connection, and social support
• Provide referrals for social service resources in the community
• Advocate for needs of patients and offer social support
• Communicate with healthcare team about cultural concerns and barriers faced by the patients in the community

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of local resources

Patient-centered approach

Job description

Essentia Health in West Duluth is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients by addressing behavioral and social determinants of health through goal setting and community resources. You will work with patients and families to improve access to medical, behavioral health, and community services, building trusted relationships to advance wellbeing.

The role emphasizes outreach, enrollment, and collaboration with the care team, requiring strong communication and knowledge of local