A Community Health Worker works in the community to help individuals get medical care and access to health care resources. Promotes preventative care and health screenings; works with health care providers to improve community outreach.
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Please note the physical location is our Community Medical Center.
Job Overview:
The Outreach Community Health Worker will primarily maintaining a presence in the community with patients to promote, motivate and improve healthy living.
The CHW will assist patients in utilizing resources and accessing services to overcome barriers in order to meet their health goals.
Qualifications:
Required:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Current and Valid Drivers License Preferred:
Bi-Lingual in
English and Spanish Scheduling Requirements:
Full time Evening Shift (01:00pm-09:00pm) One Saturday shfit per mpnth, one holiday (09:00am-05:00pm)
Essential Functions:
Meet patients in a clinic, hospital, ER, and where patients are located and conduct needs assessment using Social Determinants of Health Tool Schedule weekly follow-up calls and home visits to patients Help patients with social issues like homelessness, substance abuse, hunger, transportation, and many other social issues that are impacting the members lives Assist patients with organizing their records, making follow-up appointments with a Primary Care Physicians or Specialists Help patients with the tasks of getting medical care, and work on health goals by helping to plan healthy meals or finding time to exercise Help patients access resources, including quality of care, childcare services, food, housing, transportation Maintain relationship with the Community Based Organization Able to travel and meet the members where they at; may include local Churches, homeless shelter, and members residence Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
