Community Health Worker - Norfolk/Portsmouth, Virginia

About this role

As a Community Health Worker, you will be Waymark's frontline presence in the community, connecting with patients to provide social support, advocate for their medical needs, and help them navigate health needs.. You will work to improve the health of patients from low- income communities, by connecting them with various providers and resources. You will be part of a care team that is multidisciplinary and includes licensed clinical therapists, pharmacists, and care coordinators embedded in primary care offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend a virtual 2-week-long paid training program.
• Meet patients in the community, in the home, and in healthcare facilities (including hospitals) and conduct a needs assessment, including motivating patients to set and achieve health goals.
• Support patients in addressing social challenges such as housing instability, behavioral health concerns, and food insecurity.
• Advocate for their healthcare needs and assist them in navigating and accessing necessary medical services and resources.
• Work with other CHWs and staff to create a directory of community resources (e.g. food banks, housing assistance programs, childcare resources, etc.).
• Manage relationships with the healthcare facility providers and partner with Waymark's care delivery team (Pharmacists, Therapists, and Care Coordinators).
• Continuously expand knowledge of community resources, services, and programs available to members and build ongoing relationships with these organizations to advocate for members.
• Participate in weekly Waymark care team huddles and partner with the Waymark care delivery team (Pharmacists, Licensed Clinical therapists, and Community Health Workers) to support coordinated patient care.
• Accurately document each patient encounter in detail.

Minimum Qualifications

• Highly organized and self-motivated to work independently and manage schedules efficiently.
• Sound judgment and the ability to quickly analyze situations.
• Ability to work with a diverse community in an empathetic, passionate and professional manner.
• Friendly, energetic, and enthusiastic personality
• Desire to help others.
• Cultural competency- able to work with diverse groups of community members.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be available to work a set schedule that includes at least one weekend day per week and one late-start shift per week.
• Reside within a commutable distance of Norfolk/Portsmouth, Virginia.
• Travel required within the surrounding counties (up to 80%).
• Current Driver's license and access to an insured vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

• Community health worker certification.
• Long time resident of Norfolk/Portsmouth, Virginia and knowledgeable of community resources.
• Experience conducting home visits and in person / phone outreach.
• Experience working with managed care patients.
• Knowledge of Norfolk/Portsmouth, Virginia Medicaid populations.

Pay and benefits

In addition to salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package. Here's what you can expect:

• Incentive Program: Receive additional compensation through performance-based incentives that align with organizational goals and enhance patient outcomes.
• Work-from-Home Stipend: A dedicated stipend for your first year to help set up your home office.
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Coverage: Comprehensive plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance to give you peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off: 20 vacation days, accrued over the year, plus 11 paid holidays.
• Parental Leave: 16 weeks of paid leave for birthing parents after six months of employment, and 8 weeks of bonding leave for non-birthing parents.
• Retirement Savings: Access to a 401(k) plan with a company contribution, subject to a vesting schedule.
• Commuter Benefits: Convenient options to support your commute needs.
• Professional Development Stipend: A dedicated stipend supports professional development and growth.

As a healthcare company, Waymark is committed to protecting our employees, partners, and the patients we serve. Employees are required to comply with Waymark's vaccination policy, which includes annual COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations, as well as Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, and Tdap/Td vaccinations (or documented immunity where applicable). New hires will be asked to attest to their vaccination status after accepting an offer of employment.

Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Employment history and advance degree verification (when applicable) are included as part of the standard background check process. Do you acknowledge and agree to this condition?

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