Community Health Worker: Home Visits & Outreach

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc. seeks a Community Health Worker to visit individuals and families in homes or shelters to provide outreach services and assist with social interventions tied to new diagnoses.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and CHW certification, with at least two years of relevant experience in diverse healthcare settings. The role emphasizes direct patient contact, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration with care teams to connect people to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as Community Health Worker from an accredited training program.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CHW or outreach worker with a broad background with diverse patient populations, preferably in a medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Visit individuals and families in their homes, shelters or other places to provide basic community outreach services.
• Assist with social interventions necessary in coping with a new diagnosis.

Skills

Home visits

Community outreach

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Community Health Worker Certification

Job description

University of Maryland Faculty Physicians, Inc. seeks a Community Health Worker to visit individuals and families in homes or shelters to provide outreach services and assist with social interventions tied to new diagnoses.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and CHW certification, with at least two years of relevant experience in diverse healthcare settings. The role emphasizes direct patient contact, cultural sensitivity, and collaboration with care teams to connect people to