Community Health Worker - Rutland at Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region – RUTLAND, Vermont

COMMUNITY HEATH:

Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and pediatric specialties, walk-in Express Care, a culture of community and quality health care that almost everyone, insured or uninsured, has come to depend on. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 400 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) supports providers and the Care Management Team through an integrated approach to care management and community outreach. The CHW will be responsible for helping Care Managers support their patients and their families to access community services. Their goal will be to promote, maintain, and improve the health of both patients and their families by working directly with the Care Management Team.

FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Works closely with providers and Care Managers to help ensure that patients have coordinated care.
• Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and their families while providing general support and encouragement, while advocating for appropriate services.
• Assist patients with completing applications and registration forms, finding transportation resources, and reminding patients of appointments.
• Facilitates healthcare and social service system navigation.
• Outreaches to patients to remind them of required testing, visits, etc. based on designated protocols.

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS:

• High School Diploma Required.
• At least one year experience working in a healthcare role.
• Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

HOW WE SUPPORT YOU:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan - 403(b) with employer match.
• Generous leave time, including holiday time.