Community Health Worker
$38,480–$65,978 year
On-siteTopeka, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
Coordinate patient care plans and manage referrals by collaborating with Medical Social Workers to remove barriers and increase wellness across all life domains. Establish strong interpersonal relationships with patients, community organizations, and partners to facilitate communication and connect individuals to local resources for housing, transportation, and food. Meet patients in preferred locations to drive engagement, complete benefit applications, and deliver culturally appropriate health education. Document interactions in electronic medical records while maintaining HIPAA standards and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support care decisions.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare, community-based, case management, or social service environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude
- Dedication to serving the community and building meaningful relationships
- Proficient computer skills (i.e. Windows, GSuite, Microsoft, etc.)
- Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the community to various locations
- US work authorization
- Fluency in language that is commonly spoken in the community when necessary. Most often this will include Bilingual English/Spanish
- Experience working on multidisciplinary teams with organizations, agencies, patients, and community members
- Knowledge of community resources and resource navigation
- Community Health Worker certification or Associates or Bachelors in a related field is a plus
- Experience utilizing electronic medical record systems
- A problem-solving orientation and a flexible and positive attitude
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