Field-Based Community Health Advocate

Jobtome; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Molina Healthcare in California is seeking a Community Health Worker to support community-based member advocacy and assist vulnerable members with health care needs. You will serve as a local resource, helping members navigate benefits and access social services, while contributing to cost-effective, quality care.

The role involves in-home and field visits, coordinating with the health care services team, performing non-clinical paraprofessional duties, and traveling locally 50-80% as

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of health care experience with underserved or special needs populations.
• CHW certification may be required for certain states.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for local travel.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for members and serve as a resource to support health care needs.
• Collaborate with the health care services team on non-clinical field duties (home visits, etc.).
• Help navigate and maximize Medicaid benefits and other financial resources.
• Assist members in accessing social services (housing, food, employment).
• Conduct outreach to locate disconnected members with special needs.
• Perform data-backed outreach to locate hard-to-reach members.
• Participate in ongoing or project-based member outreach efforts (phone or in-person).
• Support continuity of Medicaid eligibility and related resources.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Willingness to learn other programs

Bilingual (based on community needs)

Education

CHW certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Molina Healthcare in California is seeking a Community Health Worker to support community-based member advocacy and assist vulnerable members with health care needs. You will serve as a local resource, helping members navigate benefits and access social services, while contributing to cost-effective, quality care.

The role involves in-home and field visits, coordinating with the health care services team, performing non-clinical paraprofessional duties, and traveling locally 50-80% as