Part-Time Community Health Advocate & Outreach Specialist

Ymca Of Central Maryland, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Job summary

YMCA of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a part-time Community Health Worker II to strengthen communities by coordinating health and social services, supporting grant-funded initiatives, and expanding impact through partnerships.

The role involves travel, home visits, and working with diverse populations to improve health outcomes. You will engage in care coordination, education, and resource navigation, helping clients access healthcare, food security, housing, and transportation services,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Community Health Worker certification (preferred).
• Experience supporting food distribution or food pantry operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with diverse communities.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Knowledge of community agencies and social services.
• Experience in outreach, healthcare navigation, or related programs.
• Ability to assess needs and develop care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide coordinated resources during community events.
• Manage a caseload of clients seeking resource referrals.
• Assist clients in homes, community, or clinic settings, explaining the program's purpose and impact on their well-being.
• Help patients identify socio-economic issues affecting health and develop management plans and goals.
• Document all client interactions, submit monthly reports, and maintain comprehensive electronic client files.
• Coach patients in managing chronic health conditions and self-care.
• Assist patients in understanding care plans and instructions, motivating them to engage in their health and well-being.
• Help clients access health-related services, including obtaining a medical home and overcoming barriers to medical care and social services.
• Support the implementation of the Y’s Food Access Program.
• Provide support and advocacy during medical visits, ensuring clients' medical needs and referrals are communicated.
• Follow up with clients and providers regarding health and social services plans.
• Facilitate communication and coordinate services between providers and clients.
• Monitor and track clients' compliance with care plan objectives.
• Travel extensively to client homes, community locations, agencies, and outreach destinations.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community outreach

Healthcare navigation

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Community Health Worker certification (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

YMCA of Central Maryland, Inc. is seeking a part-time Community Health Worker II to strengthen communities by coordinating health and social services, supporting grant-funded initiatives, and expanding impact through partnerships.

The role involves travel, home visits, and working with diverse populations to improve health outcomes. You will engage in care coordination, education, and resource navigation, helping clients access healthcare, food security, housing, and transportation services,