Community Health Worker

Mass General Brigham; Concord (MA); Hybrid; USD 2,755,000 - 3,582,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is seeking a community outreach professional to promote health education and preventive care in local communities.

You will collaborate with healthcare teams to provide coaching, screenings, and referrals, aiming to improve health outcomes across Acton, Concord, Maynard, and surrounding areas. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to work hybrid, with in-office and community-based travel.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; higher degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.
• 1+ years in community outreach, health education or related field strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach and engage community members to understand their health needs.
• Provide individual and group health education and coaching to community members.
• Assist community members in accessing and navigating the healthcare system, including referrals to health services.
• Provide basic health screenings and assessments to identify health risks and interventions.
• Assist in developing health promotion programs and activities addressing community needs.
• Collect data and maintain records of outreach activities and interventions.
• Attend meetings and trainings related to community health promotion and education.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual skills

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor's preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Database management

Job description

Site: Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc.

Job Summary

Responsible for working closely with individuals and communities to promote and maintain good health. Responsible for providing education, support, and outreach services to community members to help them achieve their health goals. Areas could include exercise, mental health, medication management, nutrition, health care system navigation, substance use and other health behaviors. Works under the direction of a healthcare professional to provide preventive care and health education to members of the community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach and engage community members to understand their health needs.
• Provide individual and group health education and coaching to community members.
• Assist community members in accessing and navigating the healthcare system, including providing referrals to appropriate health services.
• Provide basic health screenings and assessments to identify health risks and provide appropriate interventions.
• Assist in the development of health promotion programs and activities to address community health needs.
• Collect data and maintain accurate records of community health outreach activities and interventions.
• Attend meetings and trainings related to community health promotion and education.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required. Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in related field of study preferred.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable form of transportation required.
• 1+ years of experience in community outreach, health education or related field strongly preferred.

Additional Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various populations.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for all populations and communities preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.
• Bilingual skills preferred.

Schedule and Work Model

• Full-time, Monday through Friday, standard business hours.
• Hybrid work model: Must be flexible to work in-office and/or travel in the community up to four days per week. Travel will be primarily within Acton, Concord, Maynard, Littleton, Westford and surrounding communities.
• On remote workdays, employees must use a stable, secure, and compliant workstation in a quiet environment. Teams Video is required and must be accessed using MGB-provided equipment.

Remote Type: Hybrid

Work Location: 133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner (aka ORNAC)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$ - $25.28/Hourly

Grade

3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement

6010 Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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