Community Health Worker - King County, Seattle ...

Working Each Day to Make a Difference At Community Health Plan of Washington, we're driven by our belief that everyone deserves access to quality health care. More than 25 years ago, we made a commitment to improve the health of our communities by making quality health care accessible to all Washington state residents. We continue that pledge today by providing affordable comprehensive coverage to more than 315,000 individuals and families throughout the state. We are a local not-for-profit health plan in Washington State. We are committed to keeping Washington families healthy. We connect our communities to the health resources they need. We provide access to high-quality care for our members. We connect and empower our members through technology. The Community Health Centers we partner with strive to support members with a comprehensive mix of medical resources in one convenient location. Our partnerships with Community Health Centers and our extended provider network help us improve the health care delivery system. To learn more about how you can make a difference working at Community Health Plan of Washington, visit {rel="nofollow"}. * * Community Health Worker - King County, Seattle Metropolitan This position is a Hybrid field based and remote from home position. The candidate will be required to reside in and travel throughout King County. * * [POSITION PURPOSE: ]{.underline} The Community Health Worker serves as a liaison between health and social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. They also build individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support, and advocacy. To be successful in this role, you should have: Three (3) years of job-related experience providing medical, mental health or substance abuse-focused services to individuals with chronic medical conditions and/or severe and persistent mental illness. Are comfortable working with at-risk populations, communities of color and sourcing local resources for persons with behavioral and/or physical health needs. ```{=html} ``` - Experience using a health plan care management system or electronic medical record system. - Have a high school diploma or equivalent. - Are a certification Peer Specialist if you do not have minimum experience and education requirements. - You may have other special skill sets such as speaking another language or certification as a Community Health Worker. Have a valid state issued drivers' license and maintain an acceptable driving record and transportation. [PRINCIPAL DUTIES:]{.underline} Responsible for engaging prospective care management program participants who have been identified through data analysis and referral sources to likely benefit from care management program offerings. Provides community outreach services including home visits, assisting individuals with accessing transportation services, educating enrollees on healthy behaviors, and providing information on community resources. Provides follow up services via telephonic or face to face engagement with clients and service planning partners as needed to coordinate reminder calls, medication, and medical appointments, upon request from the care management team. with care managers in securing and identifying needed re

Created: 2024-10-19