Community Health Worker

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc.

Milford, MAJob$18–22/hrPosted 6mo agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation

$18–22/hr

Location

Milford, MA

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CHW Core Competency Training Within 2 Years Of EmploymentBLS Certification

Job overview

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center, Inc. is hiring a Community Health Worker. The Community Health Worker provides comprehensive and coordinated interventions to address social determinants of health as part of a patient-centered medical home. This role facilitates access to care and services by providing education and advocacy to assist patients in navigating health care and social service systems.

Key focus areas include Conduct psycho-social assessments with patients referred for Community Health Worker interventions, Provide health system education and advocacy to assist patients in navigating the health care system, and Provide basic education, screening, brief intervention and/or facilitate referrals to other health center or community-based resources.

Successful candidates bring BLS Certification and CHW Core Competency Training. Important skills include Microsoft Office and Electronic Medical Record. Preferred (not required): Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Helping People.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft OfficeElectronic Medical RecordCollaborationAccountabilityRespectHelping PeopleWorking in a Supportive Team-Based EnvironmentPsycho-Social AssessmentsHealth System EducationAdvocacyBasic EducationScreeningBrief InterventionFacilitate Referrals

Qualifications

CHW Core Competency Training Within 2 Years of EmploymentBLS Certification

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Paid Time Off

Full job description

Salary for this Position: $18.00-22.00/Hour

Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about health equity? Do you enjoy helping people?

We are currently hiring a Community Health Worker based in Milford MA. The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a key member of the health care team, providing comprehensive and coordinated interventions to address the social determinants of health (SDOH) as part of a patient-centered medical home. The CHW facilitates access to care and services by providing education and advocacy to assist patients in navigating the health care and social service systems.

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the diversity of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you are passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.

Essential Functions:

Conduct psycho-social assessments with patients referred for Community Health Worker interventions in accordance with Health Center policies, procedures and protocols.
Provide health system education and advocacy to assist patients in navigating the health care system.
Provide basic education, screening, brief intervention and/or facilitate referrals to other health center or community-based resources in accordance with applicable health center protocols.

Full job description available upon request.

Job Requirements:

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn the health center’s Electronic Medical Record and other applications.
Successful completion of the CHW core competency training within 2 years of employment.
BLS Certification, can be obtained through the Health Center

Benefits:

Kennedy Community Health seeks to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.
Health benefits start on first day of employment. Company pays 80% of health insurance premiums.
Competitive time off packages
403b Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistants Program 100% paid for by employer
Health benefits coverage for all employees and most family types

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