Community Health Worker

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community health center is seeking a Community Health Worker to assist patients in navigating healthcare systems and provide coordinated interventions addressing social determinants of health. The role emphasizes patient advocacy, education, and comprehensive outreach activities to improve community health outcomes.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on related experience

Medical insurance starts on first day

Generous time off packages

Dental and Vision insurance

403b Retirement Plan with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Valid U.S. Motor Vehicle License and reliable transportation.
• BLS Certification required.
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and Flu.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-social assessments with referred patients.
• Provide health system education and advocacy for patients.
• Facilitate referrals to health center or community-based resources.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Technical experience with Microsoft Office

Job description

Salary for this Position: $17.00-23.00/Hour
Schedule: 20 Hours per Week

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about healthcare in your community? Do you enjoy helping people?

We are currently hiring a Community Health Worker based in Framingham, MA. The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a key member of the health care team, providing comprehensive and coordinated interventions to address the social determinants of health (SDOH) as part of a patient-centered medical home. The CHW facilitates access to care and services by providing education and advocacy to assist patients in navigating the health care and social service systems.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.


Essential Functions:

• Conduct psycho-social assessments with patients referred for Community Health Worker interventions in accordance with Health Center policies, procedures and protocols.
• Provide health system education and advocacy to assist patients in navigating the health care system.
• Provide basic education, screening, brief intervention and/or facilitate referrals to other health center or community-based resources in accordance with applicable health center protocols.

Full job description available upon request.

Job Requirements:

• With limited exceptions approved by the supervisor in advance, a CHW is expected to have a valid U. S. Motor Vehicle License and reliable transportation to travel to/from outreach activities, as they may be assigned from time to time. If the CHW will also be assigned to transport patients, the CHW must provide proof of state-mandated personal Motor Vehicle insurance.
• Demonstrated technical experience with Microsoft Office
• BLS Certification
• Our health center requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID19 and Flu.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on related experience
• Medical insurance starts on the first day of employment.
  • Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
  • Includes coverage for all individuals and most family types.
• Generous time off packages
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program