Community Health Worker

edwardmkennedycommunityhealthcenterinc; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits starting day one

80% health insurance premiums paid

403b Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Kennedy Community Health in Milford, MA is seeking a Community Health Worker to address social determinants of health and help patients access timely care in a patient-centered medical home.

As part of a collaborative team, the CHW conducts psycho-social assessments, provides health system education, advocates for patients, and connects them with community resources. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and comprehensive benefits starting on day one.

Qualifications

• Psycho-social assessments conducted per center policies.
• Health system education and advocacy to navigate care services.
• Basic education, screening, and referrals to resources per protocols.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Psycho-social assessments

Patient education

Advocacy

Education

CHW core competency training within 2 years

Tools

EMR system training

Job description

Salary for this Position: $18.00-22.00/Hour
Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping people?

We are currently hiring a Community Health Worker based in Milford 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 diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you are 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:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn the health center's Electronic Medical Record and other applications.
• Successful completion of the CHW core competency training within 2 years of employment.
• BLS Certification, can be obtained through the Health Center

Benefits:

• Kennedy Community Health seeks to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Health benefits start on first day of employment. Company pays 80% of health insurance premiums.
• Competitive time off packages
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistants Program 100% paid for by employer
• Health benefits coverage for all employees and most family types