Community Health Worker

The role

The Community Health Worker acts as a bridge between health care providers, community services, and individuals. They identify health barriers and advocate for strategies to improve community health.

What you will do

• Refers and links patients to a medical home for preventive health care.
• Provides age appropriate screenings, self-management education, and chronic conditions social service support.
• Assists patients in navigating the health system.
• Links patients to community resources for basic needs like housing, food, job placement, legal representation, and education.
• Collaborates with the care team and providers to conduct outreach and enroll patients in programs.
• Coordinates care needs while being considerate of cultural practices and beliefs.
• Engages and collaborates with patients to set goals using motivational interviewing techniques.
• Adheres to performance productivity standards to meet department goals.

Required qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be self-directed.
• Strong verbal and oral communication skills.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

Nice to have

• One (1) year or more of experience preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs

About the company

Luminis Health is a healthcare provider.