Summary - Position Summary
- The Community Health Worker role assists patients in accessing resources/services, supports disease self-management, and coordinates culturally-appropriate care and services.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
- License/Certifications: If driving required for role, Valid Driver's license, clean driving record, and personal vehicle for use required.
- Experience: Two years of experience working in a social service or health care setting or equivalent educational setting preferred.
- Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Must be a resident of the community being served with good knowledge of the resources of their community.
- Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Basic computer skills preferred.
Additional Information MaineHealth is a health system whose members and affiliates include hospitals, physician practices, long-term care facilities, home care agencies, and support services. Learn more about this system at www.mainehealth.org