What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker position at Community Memorial Health System (Ventura CA)?
Compensation
Salary Range: $20.00 - $30.80 / hour
The pay range above represents the lowest possible rate for the position and the highest possible rate. Factors that may be used to determine where newly hired employees will be placed in the pay range include the employee specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience and comparison to other employees already in this role. Most often, a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range. If you are viewing this posting on a job site, please visit our company page and search for the opportunity to view the pay range: https://careers-mycmh.icims.com/jobs
Pay for PRN positions is calculated differently than Full-Time, Regular Part-Time, and Part-Time positions. PRN Rates depend on the position and other factors, including years of experience, or shift commitment according to the department policy. PRN differential is added in certain positions.
Responsibilities
A Community Health Worker (CHW) plays a vital role in promoting community health and providing support to individuals and families to improve their overall well-being. CHWs serve as a bridge between healthcare providers and patients, facilitating access to healthcare services, education, and resources. They work closely with clinical teams, serving as a resource for managing patient care. CHWs also collaborate with individuals to address health disparities, offer health education, and connect people to resources that can enhance their overall health and well-being. CHWs actively manage and provide outreach, using their own vehicles, to reach an assigned panel of high-risk patients. At the direction of the medical team, they help facilitate patient care, including referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, mental health services, social services, and other community resources as needed. CHWs are dedicated to meeting the enhanced care needs of our most vulnerable patient population, whether in person, via videoconferencing, or over the phone.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
- One (1) year population health or care coordination experience
- Current Driving License
- Current and ongoing Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) that is considered insurable under the CMH insurance coverages
Preferred:
- Associate’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Health Administration, Business Administration, Project Management, Social Work or related field
- Medical Assistant (MA) diploma or certificate of completion from MA training program
- Two (2) years previous back office Medical Assistant experience
- Bilingual in Spanish
- Lived experience with high risk populations
- Previous experience in medical or healthcare integrated system with multi-site environment
Overview
When it comes to quality, we're 5 Star!
Community Memorial Health System was established in 2005 when Community Memorial Hospital in Ventura merged with Ojai Valley Community Hospital. It is comprised of these two hospitals along with a network of primary and specialty care health centers serving various communities across west Ventura County. Our health system is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization. As such, we are not backed by a corporate or government entity, nor do we answer to shareholders. We depend on – and answer to – the communities we serve.
Community Memorial Hospital – Ventura has been awarded a prestigious five-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)! This achievement represents thousands of people going the extra mile every day for our patients, and we are the ONLY hospital in Ventura County to earn this distinction!
Community Memorial Health System Benefits
To help heal, comfort, and promote health for the communities we serve, Community Memorial Health System (CMHS) takes care of our community of employees so our local community can be cared for. That’s why we provide competitive benefits, along with great career choices, training, and leadership development. Our total rewards package provides benefits that support you and your family’s health and wellness in all aspects of life. From our top tier insurance plans to our employee assistance program, take advantage of what CMHS has to offer so you and your loved ones can have peace of mind now and for years to come. CMHS is here for you and your family every step of the way.
- Competitive Pay
- Shift Differentials
- In-House Registry Rates
- Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage
- Voluntary Worksite Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- Recognition programs
- Employee service recognition events
- Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts
- National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations
“We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled Employer”
Salary : $20 - $31
