Community Health Worker
Central Ohio Primary Care is seeking a Community Health Worker for our central business office in Westerville, OH.
The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a link between health care providers, care coordinators, community service providers, and individuals in the community to promote health, and address social determinants of health.
The CHW builds individual and community awareness by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities, such as outreach, community education, social support, and advocacy.
The CHW identifies barriers to health and advocates for strengthening service delivery and other strategies to improve population health or individual well-being.
At the direction of a licensed social worker or registered nurse, the CHW will assist care coordinators with accessing appropriate resources, coordinating referrals as necessary, providing community and educational support, and serving as a community liaison.
This is a full-time position working Monday- Friday 8a-5pESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND
Responsibilities:
o Create connections between vulnerable populations and healthcare providerso Help patients navigate healthcare and social service systemso Reduce social isolation among patientso Determine eligibility and enroll individuals in health insurance planso Provide culturally appropriate health education on topics related to chronic disease prevention, physical activity, and nutrition at the direction of the registered nurseo Advocate for underserved individuals or communities to receive services and resources to address social determinants of health
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A.
Experience, Education, Licensures & Certifications Required:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in home health, hospice, managed care, or social service agency.
Prior pediatrics background preferred, but not required.
Required:
HS Graduate or EquivalentPreferred:
Licensure/Certification:
Community Health Worker certificationB.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilitieso Proficient in computer software and usage including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excelo Knowledge of community resources and public health agencieso Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills o Knowledge of motivational interviewing techniqueso Ability to work independently and in a team environmento Demonstrate self-awareness and cultural sensitivityo Ability to maintain professional and ethical boundaries Recommended Skills Certified Nurse Practitioner Coaching And Mentoring Community Health Diversity Awareness Ethics Health Education Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a link between health care providers, care coordinators, community service providers, and individuals in the community to promote health, and address social determinants of health.
The CHW builds individual and community awareness by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities, such as outreach, community education, social support, and advocacy.
The CHW identifies barriers to health and advocates for strengthening service delivery and other strategies to improve population health or individual well-being.
At the direction of a licensed social worker or registered nurse, the CHW will assist care coordinators with accessing appropriate resources, coordinating referrals as necessary, providing community and educational support, and serving as a community liaison.
This is a full-time position working Monday- Friday 8a-5pESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND
Responsibilities:
o Create connections between vulnerable populations and healthcare providerso Help patients navigate healthcare and social service systemso Reduce social isolation among patientso Determine eligibility and enroll individuals in health insurance planso Provide culturally appropriate health education on topics related to chronic disease prevention, physical activity, and nutrition at the direction of the registered nurseo Advocate for underserved individuals or communities to receive services and resources to address social determinants of health
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
A.
Experience, Education, Licensures & Certifications Required:
Minimum of 3 years' experience in home health, hospice, managed care, or social service agency.
Prior pediatrics background preferred, but not required.
Required:
HS Graduate or EquivalentPreferred:
Licensure/Certification:
Community Health Worker certificationB.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilitieso Proficient in computer software and usage including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Excelo Knowledge of community resources and public health agencieso Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills o Knowledge of motivational interviewing techniqueso Ability to work independently and in a team environmento Demonstrate self-awareness and cultural sensitivityo Ability to maintain professional and ethical boundaries Recommended Skills Certified Nurse Practitioner Coaching And Mentoring Community Health Diversity Awareness Ethics Health Education Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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