Community Health Worker

Description

Copa Health Is looking to hire a Community Health Worker!

Join Our Team as a Mental Health Professional and Enjoy Exceptional Benefits!

What You’ll Get…

At our organization, we prioritize the growth, well-being, and satisfaction of our team members. As a full-time mental health professional, you'll benefit from:

• Limitless Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities: Thrive with us through diverse career paths and internal development programs.
• Career Development: Access ongoing training and development through our dedicated Organizational Development & Learning Department.
• Generous PTO Program: Enjoy up to 3 weeks off in your first year, with continuous accruals and an additional PTO day for Employee Well-Being.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate 9 paid holidays annually.
• Wellness Program: Benefit from our expert Health Coach services and wellness incentives to reduce costs.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Receive up to $3,000 for educational advancement.
• Affordable Health Care Plans: Choose from comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plans.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Utilize H.S.A., H.R.A, and F.S.A. options with select medical plans.
• Insurance Coverage: Enjoy free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life/AD&D Insurance up to $100,000.
• Retirement Savings: Benefit from 403(b) retirement plans with a company match.
• Employee Assistance: Access 6 free coaching and 6 free therapy sessions, plus a wealth of wellness content and services.
• Additional Insurance Options: Aetna Medical, Delta Dental, Eyemed vision, Pet Insurance, Additional Life/AD&D Insurance, and more!
  
  

Who We Need

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves the community as a bridge between the members and the health care and social systems (providers, community resources) through outreach, education, and resource connection. This position is primarily responsible for providing supportive care and assistance to a diverse member population identifying barriers to self-care, decision-making, and navigating the social and healthcare systems. The CHW assists with the company’s HEDIS measurement goals by providing personalized support to help members achieve good health practices. The CHW conducts community outreach, home and hospital visits, collaborates closely with the identified care team, and consistently demonstrates a high standard of ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and confidentiality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires any combination of training, education, and experience listed below:

• High School Diploma AND a minimum of five (5) years of proven work experience as a Community Health Worker or equivalent healthcare related work experience, or;
• Associate degree AND a minimum of two (2) years of proven work experience as a Community Health Worker or equivalent healthcare related work experience, or;
• Bachelor’s degree – in social or healthcare related degree with strong understanding of the Community Health Worker model.
• Certified as a CHW or eligible to obtain CHW certification within one year of hire.
  
  

Job Summary (including, But Not Limited To)

• Provide one-on-one non-clinical interventions, serving as an advocate for members to obtain needed health services and community resources.
• Experience in working with diverse and underserved populations with a strong understanding of multicultural issues, Health Related Social Needs (HRSN), and close familiarity with the community in which they live and work.
• Actively outreaches and connects members to behavioral health, primary care, and community services, especially those who have not been in contact with their providers and/or are not linked to health and social services.
• Telephone or face-to-face interactions with a person, family, or other involved party for the purpose on maintaining or enhancing a person’s functioning within Copa Health timeframes.
  
  

Copa Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Pre-Employment Criminal Background and Drug Testing Required. EOE.