Field-Based Community Health Worker — Skid Row Outreach

Akido Labs, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (medical, dental, and-

Paid sick time in CA

Accrued PTO

Job summary

Akido Labs, Inc. seeks a Community Health Worker to support members with complex medical and social needs, focusing on Skid Row. You will manage caseloads, develop care plans with patients and clinical teams, and help navigate health and social services.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, 2+ years of CalAIM experience with unhoused populations, and are comfortable with outdoor field work and travel up to 75%. Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working with CalAIM populations (unhoused, SMI/SUD, etc.).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to document information accurately in case management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of patients and develop care plans with patients and clinical teams.
• Build rapport to encourage positive behavior changes.
• Coach patients to minimize risks related to identified health conditions and behaviors.
• Assist members to attend medical and social services appointments.
• Connect members to local, county and state services and address barriers to care.
• Follow up with members and advocate for their needs.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Akido Labs, Inc. seeks a Community Health Worker to support members with complex medical and social needs, focusing on Skid Row. You will manage caseloads, develop care plans with patients and clinical teams, and help navigate health and social services.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma, 2+ years of CalAIM experience with unhoused populations, and are comfortable with outdoor field work and travel up to 75%. Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.