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Community Health Worker, Sr
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Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, TX (In Person)
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Community Health Worker, Sr Texas Children's Hospital - 4.1 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time 7 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description We're looking for a Senior Community Health Worker, someone who's ready to grow with our company. In this position, you'll be responsible for supporting patients and families in accessing community programs and resources to promote healthy outcomes and well-being. The Senior Community Health Worker is a vital part of the care and will assist patients and families with applications for public benefits and community programs; educate families on healthy behaviors and community resources; and be an advocate for the patient and family. Think you've got what it takes? Job Duties & Responsibilities Screens patients and families for social drivers of health Assists families in identifying and meeting goals to promote health and well-being Identifies appropriate community resources and submits referrals for families Provides education to families on community resources, healthy behaviors, and healthcare navigation Assists families in accessing community programs and medical services Assists patients and families with completing applications for public benefits assistance including SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and SSI Follows up with patients and addresses barriers to accessing community programs and medical services Manages an assigned caseload of patients Demonstrates empathy and provides emotional support to patients and families Acts as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family, community service agencies, and the clinical care team Documents clinical encounters in an electronic medical record and tracks outcomes Builds trusting relationships with patients, families, clinical team members, and community partners Collaborates with other members of the care team Develops and maintains key community partnerships Continuously expands knowledge and understanding of community resources and services Attends department meetings Completes required trainings Skills & Requirements H.S. Diploma or GED required Associate's degree Health Related field preferred CHW - Community Health Worker by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) required 5 years Healthcare, nonprofit organization, government agency, or organization that provides direct assistance to individuals preferred