Community Health Worker

Job Description

General Duties

Under the general supervision of the Program Manager and Case Manager, the Community Health Worker is responsible for providing ongoing outreach services to at least 24-33 African American high risk pregnant women in the specified geographic locations. Effectively manage each participant's case file.

Education

High School Diploma or GED is required.

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be knowledge of community health and social service resources.

Must have strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to work with patients and fellow staff members in an effective manner with sensitivity for diverse populations.

1-2 years of outreach, case management, or home health care experience.

Dependable transportation is required.

Technical Skills

1. Use and/or operate office equipment, i.e. personal computers, calculators, and computers including experience with internet, email, or database management programs.

2. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, and Outlook.

3. Ability to acquire skills for entering accurate data, messages, and updated insurance information into NextGen application.

Full-time