What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker, Affiliated Pediatric Practices - Dedham position at Mass General Brigham Community Physicians?
We are seeking a compassionate, full-time, 40-hour Community Health Worker (CHW) to join our APP team! This hybrid role offers a flexible schedule, ideally Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm, with 4 days on-site and 1 day remote. While primarily supporting our Dedham office, the CHW may need to commute to another APP practice within a reasonable distance to provide support.
The CHW will work closely with patients, families, and community resource agencies to promote and maintain good health. This includes providing education, support, and outreach services to help community members achieve their health goals. Areas of focus may include mental health, medication management, nutrition, healthcare system navigation, resource access (food & housing), substance use, and other health behaviors. The CHW works under the direction of a healthcare professional to deliver preventive care and health education to the community.
Essential Functions:
*Conduct community outreach to engage individuals and assess their health needs.
*Provide individual and group health education and coaching to community members.
*Assist community members in navigating the healthcare system and refer them to appropriate services.
*Perform basic health screenings and assessments to identify health risks and provide suitable interventions.
*Help develop health promotion programs and activities that address community health needs.
*Collect data and maintain accurate records of outreach activities and interventions.
*Attend meetings and training related to community health promotion and education.
Due to the hybrid nature of the role, we ensure that our employees receive the required technology and training to be proficient and independently productive in all job responsibilities regardless of work location. For the remote workdays, employees are responsible for designating a workspace within the remote work location that is private, safe, ergonomic, and free from distractions for all hours worked.
Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Partners HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer & by embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Required:
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred education/ experience
Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Experience in community outreach, health education, doctor's office, or related field 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse populations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for racially and ethnically diverse populations and communities preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.
Bilingual skills preferred.
Mass General Brigham Community Physicians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Partners HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer & by embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
