Community Health Worker
Community Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington, Inc.
Community Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington, Inc.
Torrington, CT Torrington, CT Estimated:
$40.
7K - $51.
5K a year Estimated:
$40.
7K - $51.
5K a year 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for helping patients and their families navigate and access community and social services and resources to adopt healthy behaviors.
The CHW supports Providers and the Care Management Team through an integrated approach to care management.
As a priority, the CHW will promote, maintain and improve the health of patients and their families by providing social support, informal counseling, education and advocacy.
The CHW will also actively participate in outreach, home visits, health screenings, and referrals.
Essential Functions &
Responsibilities:
Create connections between vulnerable populations and healthcare providers to ensure patients have comprehensive and coordinated care by establishing trusting relationships and providing general support, encouragement, and motivation Work cooperatively with other clinical staff assigned to the same patient Manage assigned caseload of patients Exhibit excellent working relations with patients, visitors, staff and community partners while communicating the mission of Community Health and Wellness Center Help patients navigate healthcare and social service systems Connect patients to transportation resources to be able to attend appointments (transporting patients is strictly prohibited) Assist with completing applications, registration or other forms Register new patients, schedule appointments and upload insurance information while doing outreach on Mobile Medical Unit.
Determine eligibility and enroll individuals in health insurance and/or financial assistance programs.
Have knowledge of other community-based organizations and services offered to make referrals for additional services Foster a collaborative environment with other community service agencies to partner in addressing social and healthcare needs of mutual patients.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Community Health and Wellness of Greater Torrington, Inc.
Torrington, CT Torrington, CT Estimated:
$40.
7K - $51.
5K a year Estimated:
$40.
7K - $51.
5K a year 19 hours ago 19 hours ago 19 hours ago The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for helping patients and their families navigate and access community and social services and resources to adopt healthy behaviors.
The CHW supports Providers and the Care Management Team through an integrated approach to care management.
As a priority, the CHW will promote, maintain and improve the health of patients and their families by providing social support, informal counseling, education and advocacy.
The CHW will also actively participate in outreach, home visits, health screenings, and referrals.
Essential Functions &
Responsibilities:
Create connections between vulnerable populations and healthcare providers to ensure patients have comprehensive and coordinated care by establishing trusting relationships and providing general support, encouragement, and motivation Work cooperatively with other clinical staff assigned to the same patient Manage assigned caseload of patients Exhibit excellent working relations with patients, visitors, staff and community partners while communicating the mission of Community Health and Wellness Center Help patients navigate healthcare and social service systems Connect patients to transportation resources to be able to attend appointments (transporting patients is strictly prohibited) Assist with completing applications, registration or other forms Register new patients, schedule appointments and upload insurance information while doing outreach on Mobile Medical Unit.
Determine eligibility and enroll individuals in health insurance and/or financial assistance programs.
Have knowledge of other community-based organizations and services offered to make referrals for additional services Foster a collaborative environment with other community service agencies to partner in addressing social and healthcare needs of mutual patients.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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