Community Health Worker II, Population Health

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Community Health Worker to engage individuals and families in their homes or community settings, guiding transitions from hospital to community and linking clients to available resources. The role requires collaboration with care teams, documentation, and adherence to program objectives.

Responsibilities include home visits, data entry, coordinating appointments, mentoring CHW I, and contributing to CHW training initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required; Associates Degree preferred.
• Community Health Worker Certification is required.
• Minimum 2 years field experience; minimum 1 year health training experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits to support program interventions and relay findings to care coordinators.
• Obtain routine information and reports for licensed team members.
• Complete documentation in databases and systems regarding activities.
• Identify community resources on an ongoing basis.
• Communicate information about program objectives, eligibility, and benefits.
• Distribute informational materials and literature.
• Remind patients and accompany them to appointments as needed.
• Participate in Transitional Care meetings and share patient status.
• Prepare reports and maintain outreach records.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Productivity mindset

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree (preferred)

CHW Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requirements

Under general supervision, visits individuals and families in their homes, in shelters or other similar places to provide basic community outreach services and to assist with programmatic interventions necessary in coping with the transition from hospital to community, or reducing the risk of being admitted to the hospital. Help to train, mentor, and provide direction to CHW I when assigned and applicable. Assist with special project and training new potential Community Health Worker hires.

Shift: M-F 8-4:30 onsite

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Conduct home visits to validate program interventions and communicates findings routinely to care coordinator team members.
• Obtain routine information and reports to licensed team members as directed.
• Complete documentation in database and other systems regarding patient or role specific activities.
• Assist with the identification of community resources on an ongoing basis.
• Communicate general information to individuals and families on program objectives and services, eligibility requirements and benefits, confidentiality of information, etc.
• Distributes informational materials and literature.
• Remind patients and attend scheduled medical or community resource appointments as needed.
• Participate in identified Transitional Care program meetings, and provides patient information regarding status of plan.
• Communicate changes to schedules, application processes, co-payments required, and pertinent insurance information.
• Prepare written reports and maintain records of outreach contacts and activities.
• Update information in database from various data forms collected.
• Collaborate with the Baltimore Area Health Education Center and and other community and educational partners in the development/revision, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the CHW training program.
• Remains current on the learning needs of participants and organizational goals.
• Help to develop CHW student field policies and procedures.
• Work with current UMMS CHWs and other educator colleagues to improve quality of services and mentor on new role and responsibilities.

Work Experience Education and Experience

High School Diploma is required. Associates Degree is preferred. Community Health Worker Certification is required.Minimum 2 years field experience. Minimum 1 year of health training experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated computer skills including Microsoft office.

Ability to effectively operate multi-line telephone console, and to use professional telephone etiquette is required.

Highly effective written and verbal communication skills including courtesy, resourcefulness and efficiency in answering questions, giving directions, and explaining community or department procedures and processes are necessary.

Self-motivated, and confident worker.

Highly effective critical thinking and interpersonal skills, with the ability to identify barriers and promote desired outcomes.

Excellent organizational and work management skills a must.

Ability to adapt to change.

Ability to multitask at any given time while maintaining strong attention to detail.

Ability to work in a productivity driven environment a must.