Community Health Worker

Lamoille Health Partners; Morristown (VT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Lamoille Health Partners in Morrisville, VT seeks a Community Health Worker to join our integrated care team. You will work with patients and families to identify health goals, overcome barriers, and build practical plans for long-term wellbeing.

You will provide care coordination, support transitions from hospital to home, and connect clients with community resources, including health insurance enrollment and transportation.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Development, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Engage with patients on-site or in the community to assess social, emotional, and financial needs.
• Use motivational interviewing to support self-management and health goals.
• Provide brief mental health and substance use support, connecting patients with behavioral health resources.
• Assist post-hospital discharge to ensure smooth transitions and improved health outcomes.
• Help patients access programs like low-cost medications and transportation.
• Document care activities accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with care teams and community partners to expand access to care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Motivational interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Development, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, or related field

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EMR)

Job description

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Community Health Worker

1.0 FTE Morrisville, VT, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1132

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $50,000.00 Annually

Community Health Worker

About the Role

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives and improving health equity in our community? Lamoille Health Partners is seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker to join our integrated care team.

In this role, you will work directly with patients and their families to identify health goals, overcome barriers to care, and create practical plans for long-term well-being. Serving as a vital link between patients, healthcare providers, and local resources, you will provide care coordination, transitional support, and community outreach—helping ensure everyone in our community has access to the compassionate care they deserve.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Engagement & Care Coordination:

Meet with patients on-site or in the community using a holistic, patient-centered approach to assess social, emotional, and financial needs.

Utilize motivational interviewing to build therapeutic relationships, develop self-management plans, and support patients in achieving their personal health goals.

Provide brief mental health and substance use support, connecting patients with internal/external behavioral health, MOUD, and peer recovery resources.

Assist post-hospital discharge to ensure smooth transitions and improved health outcomes.

Resource Navigation & Community Outreach:

Help patients access essential programs, including low-cost medications, Sliding Fee assistance, health insurance enrollment (Vermont Health Connect), and transportation.

Build strong partnerships with local schools, human service agencies, and community organizations to expand access points for care.

Actively participate in multi-disciplinary care teams and case reviews to deliver wrap-around support.

Quality & Team Support:

Maintain accurate, timely documentation within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Serve as an advocate and educational resource for staff regarding the needs of underserved populations.

Participate in Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) accreditation activities, quality improvement projects (PDSA models), and departmental initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Development, Psychology, Public Health, Social Work, or a related field.

Experience: 2+ years of experience working with chronic care needs, ideally in a primary care setting.

Strong understanding of patient-centered engagement and motivational interviewing techniques.

Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Proficiency with electronic health records and office technology.

Ability to manage shifting priorities and work effectively under pressure while maintaining a compassionate approach.

Unwavering commitment to patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Why Join Lamoille Health Partners?

At LHP, we believe in supporting our employees so they can best serve our community. We offer a competitive compensation package, full benefits, and generous time off to promote healthy work-life balance.