Community Health Worker
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Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:Position PurposeA Community Health Worker (CHW) is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has a remarkable understanding of the community. This trusting relationship with the community enables the CHW to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health system and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural proficiency of service delivery. In this role, works to improve health outcomes and eliminate racial, ethnic, and economic disparities in those outcomes. Plays an important role in building individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, health education, informal counseling, social support, and advocacy.What you will do* Conduct and interpret individual assessments to identify non-clinical needs and mitigate any barriers to resources and services* Provide basic education regarding chronic health conditions and health promotion* Facilitate enrollment in available federal, state and local programs to increase access to health care and support services* Serve as a liaison between providers and patients to facilitate communication and coordination of servicesMinimum Qualifications* Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of the local community based on personal lived experience and the ability to articulate the lived experience and perspective* High school diploma or Equivalent* One to three (1-3) years of community involvement experience. Must obtain a Trinity Health or equivalent CHW certification within three months of hire* Bi-lingual Spanish skills to work with patients in their native language are preferred; certification as a qualified medical interpreter/translator is a plus* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferredPosition Highlights and Benefits* Full time 40hrs M-F 8-4:30* Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage-- starting Day One!Ministry/Facility InformationSaint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.