Community Health Worker - Amador and Calaveras Counties

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Jackson (CA); Presencial; USD 34 000 - 41 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid company holidays

Retirement plan

Tools and technology support

Resumo da oferta

RIM Recruitment Professionals is assisting a California-based healthcare and social services organization in hiring a Community Health Worker. The role provides person-centered support to Medi-Cal members in Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports, including outreach, housing navigation, and resource connection across the service area.

Two years of relevant experience are expected; a Bachelor's degree is preferred, and CHW certification is welcome but not mandatory.

Qualificações

• At least two years of professional experience in community health, outreach, care coordination, or related field.
• Experience enrolling members into managed health plan programs is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related discipline preferred.
• Community Health Worker certification preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of Medi Cal, Medicare, CalAIM, Enhanced Care Management, or Community Supports preferred.
• Strong communication, advocacy, and documentation skills.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct outreach and educate individuals about available healthcare and social service programs.
• Engage members and assist with enrollment into managed health plan programs.
• Manage caseload and coordinate referrals from health plans.
• Help members navigate healthcare, housing, behavioral health, and social service systems.
• Conduct home and community visits to assess needs and provide health education.
• Connect members with medical, housing, behavioral health, and community resources.
• Advocate for individuals with complex physical, behavioral, or social challenges.
• Use motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive changes and self-advocacy.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, health plans, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, confidential documentation of all interactions.
• Collect and report required program and operational data.

Conhecimentos

Community outreach

Care coordination

Enrollment support

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

Documentation

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Position Summary

A California-based healthcare and social services organization is seeking an experienced Community Health Worker to provide person-centered support to Medi-Cal members enrolled in Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports programs. This position conducts outreach, care coordination, housing navigation, member engagement, and resource connection services. The Community Health Worker will support individuals experiencing homelessness, chronic health conditions, behavioral health challenges, and other barriers to care. Candidates must live within or near the assigned county and be comfortable conducting home visits, community outreach, and local field services throughout the service area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach and educate individuals about available healthcare and social service programs.
• Engage eligible members and assist with enrollment into managed health plan programs.
• Manage an assigned caseload and coordinate referrals received from health plans.
• Help members navigate healthcare, housing, behavioral health, and social service systems.
• Conduct home and community visits to assess member needs and provide health education.
• Connect members with appropriate medical, housing, behavioral health, and community resources.
• Advocate for individuals experiencing complex physical, behavioral, or social challenges.
• Use motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive behavior changes and member self advocacy.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, social workers, health plans, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation of all member interactions.
• Collect and report required program and operational data.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional experience in community health, outreach, care coordination, or a related field.
• Experience conducting outreach and enrolling members into managed health plan programs is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Community Health Worker certification is strongly preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare systems, medical terminology, and community resources.
• Familiarity with Medi Cal, Medicare, CalAIM, Enhanced Care Management, or Community Supports is preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals experiencing homelessness, behavioral health conditions, substance use disorders, or complex social needs is highly valued.
• Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, advocacy, and documentation skills.
• Ability to conduct home visits and travel locally throughout the assigned county.
• All customary work must be performed within California.

Schedule

Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required based on member needs.

Compensation and Benefits

• $25 to $30 per hour, depending on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Paid vacation and sick time.
• Paid company holidays.
• Corporate retirement plan.
• Organizational technology and communication tools.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

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