Community Health Worker

Page Mechanical Group, Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

A Community Health Services Provider is looking for motivated candidates to serve as Community Health Workers in Washington, DC. The Community Health Worker will establish relationships with beneficiaries and promote access to health resources through home visits and community engagement strategies. Ideal candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and a personal vehicle. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of health programs are essential. This role offers a blend of independent and teamwork in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED with preference for higher qualifications.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Personal vehicle for travel; mileage reimbursement available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily home visits to pre-identified Medicaid beneficiaries.
• Connect community members to necessary healthcare services.
• Provide health education as needed.
• Schedule appointments for wellness, dental, and lead assessments.
• Establish rapport and show compassion to enrollees.
• Promote access to assistance programs for food and shelter.
• Support community engagement strategies and maintain outreach records.
• Maintain confidentiality of enrollee information.
• Work independently and support teamwork.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to engage diverse communities

Knowledge of local and federal programs

Organizational skills

Basic Data Entry

Intermediate knowledge of Excel

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in public health or related field

Job description

Position Summary

V-Tech Solutions, Inc., is seeking motivated candidates to serve as Community Health Workers in Washington, DC to support our client. The Community Health Worker will promote relationships with beneficiaries and families of beneficiaries to local and federal assistance programs, working collaboratively with service providers and organizations to improve access to health and wellness resources. CHW’s will work Tuesday‑Saturday 11am‑7:30pm.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Daily Home visits to pre-identified Medicaid beneficiaries
• Listen to Connect community members to healthcare services needed.
• Provide health education as necessary
• Schedule wellness, dental, and lead appointments for enrollees
• Effectively, establish rapport, and show compassion to enrollees.
• Identify and promote access to assistance programs for food, vaccines, case management, shelter etc.
• Support community engagement strategies and maintain records of outreach activities.
• Maintain confidentiality of enrollee information.
• Work independently as well as support teamwork.

Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s degree in public health, Social Work, or related field preferred).
• Valid Driver’s License
• A personal vehicle for travel – mileage reimbursement is available
• Certifications: Public health, Wellness, or peer to peer support (If available)

Skills & Abilities

• Strong Interpersonal and communication skills Ability to engage diverse communities and build trust
• Knowledge of local and federal programs
• Experience working with community organizations and service providers
• Ability to identify access points and promote available resources
• Organizational skills and ability to manage outreach activities
• Basic Data Entry Intermediate knowledge of excel Adept time management