Remote-First Community Health Worker

Careforth, Inc.; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-friendly culture

Wellness program

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Careforth, Inc. seeks a Community Health Worker to support elders and disabled individuals in the Worcester area. You will collaborate with a care team to implement person-centered plans and conduct regular home visits, coaching clients to manage chronic conditions and self-care.

You'll build trusted relationships in the community, assist with referrals, travel as needed, and use case management software and mobile apps. Flexibility, bilingual abilities, and a local residency are valued assets.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience working with elders or people with disabilities required. Community Health Worker (CHW) Accreditation preferred.
• Must have resided within the local community for 2+ years.
• Familiarity with the resources available within the community.
• Proficiency with case management software and mobile apps
• Ability to travel (usually by automobile) within assigned geographic area; valid driver’s license and automobile insurance is required
• Bilingual preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist Care Manager with referral applications required to meet qualifications for company services
• Assist Care Manager with home visits, home assessments, and ensure required home modifications are completed
• Collaborate with Care Manager to implement consumer plan of care (POC)
• Identify community resources to assist consumers and caregivers; May assist consumer in completion of applications for programs in which they may be eligible
• Assist consumers in accessing health related services, overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care and social services
• Collect necessary documents and ensure that all required forms and standard procedures are followed
• Complete daily review of case record documentation for accuracy, completeness, compliance, and timeliness and conduct follow-ups as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Elder care experience

Community health

Bilingual

Education

CHW Accreditation

Tools

Case management software

Mobile apps

Job description

Careforth, Inc. seeks a Community Health Worker to support elders and disabled individuals in the Worcester area. You will collaborate with a care team to implement person-centered plans and conduct regular home visits, coaching clients to manage chronic conditions and self-care.

You'll build trusted relationships in the community, assist with referrals, travel as needed, and use case management software and mobile apps. Flexibility, bilingual abilities, and a local residency are valued assets.