Community Health Worker- Reintegration Program

Lynn Community Health Center; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 25,099 - 38,765; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits effective on first day of employment

Loan repayment program

Job summary

A community health organization in Lynn is seeking a Community Health Worker to support individuals with complex substance use disorders. This role includes conducting case management sessions with incarcerated patients, advocating for enrollees, and coordinating care with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates should have a background working with Medicare/Medicaid populations and relevant certifications. A strong work ethic and ability to work flexible hours are crucial for success in this impactful position.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical or special service setting.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings/weekends.
• Demonstrated success collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct case management sessions with incarcerated patients.
• Assist patients in understanding their illnesses.
• Advocate for enrollees and coordinate with community services.

Skills

Experience working with Medicare/Medicaid populations

Ability to conduct case management

Strong communication skills with multi-disciplinary teams

Proactive work ethic

Fluency in a non-English language

Education

Community Health Worker Certification

Engagement Specialist Certification

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

Community Health Worker- Reintegration Program

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Lynn Community Health Center provided pay range

This range is provided by Lynn Community Health Center. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$18.22/hr - $28.14/hr

Lynn Community Health Center is proud to work with the Massachusetts Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (BSAS) Reintegration Grant for Black and Latino Men. The Community health worker works directly with the Middleton House of Corrections, which includes three facilities. The Essex County Pre-Release and Re-Entry Center is a secure facility for men, including a substance use treatment unit. Data reports from the Sheriff's Department show that inmates released from the CASE Units consistently have the highest recidivism rates compared to inmates released from other substance use treatment units and all other units at all three facilities.

Are you interested in making a profound impact on the lives of underserved individuals living with complex Substance Use disorders?

• Are you interested in benefits effective on the first day of employment?
• Are you willing to assist patients better understand their illness and coordinate their care?
• Do you enjoy learning of community services and resources to adopt healthy behaviors by conducting the key functions listed in the duties and responsibilities?
• Are you interested in a loan repayment program and funding for license renewals?
• Can you commit to the practice of inquiry and listening?

In This Role You Will

• Go behind the walls to visit and conduct case management sessions with incarcerated patients.
• Interact with enrollees in their homes, neighborhoods, and communities as necessary, to identify and resolve member’s barriers to receiving recommended health services, adhering to treatment recommendations made by providers, and becoming effective managers of their health.
• As needed: schedule provider visits on behalf of enrollees, accompany enrollees to visits, ensure access to other community and government-based services.
• Guide and teach caregivers about symptom response plans.
• Act as an advocate and liaison between the enrollee/family and community service agencies (i.e. schools, Department Human Services, homeless shelters, hospitals, support groups, etc.).
• Provide ongoing follow-up, basic motivational interviewing, and goal setting with enrollees/families.

The Successful Applicant Will Offer

• Experience working in a clinical or special service setting with Medicare, Medicaid, or Special Needs populations.
• Community Health Worker, Engagement Specialist, or Medical Assistant Certification.
• Flexible work schedule – may need to work evenings/ occasional weekends to provide enrollee access and/or follow up.
• Demonstrated success in working as part of a multi-disciplinary team including communicating and working with Physicians and Registered Nurses.
• Fluency in a non-English language strongly preferred.
• Strong work ethic built on a foundation of proactivity and teamwork.

Please apply now and grow with LCHC!

Thank you!