Community Health Worker II

Site : The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

• Participate in weekly BH pediatric triage meeting to review referred patients needing in-home therapy services. Remain familiar with family and IHT programs to complete referral paperwork and navigate referred family's transition to IHT
• Participate in monthly community Systems of Care Meeting and other care collaboration meetings team recommends the CHW attend
• Utilize IRIS referral system to routinely document local referrals and patient participation in other agencies
• Stay current with local updates in community programs and newly established local resources

Three days in-person and two days remote.

Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for providing advanced health education, outreach, and care coordination services to individuals and families in the community. Areas could include exercise, mental health, medication management, nutrition, health care system navigation, substance use and other health behaviors. They work closely with healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive appropriate care and support services to improve health outcomes.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School or GED Required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Community Health Worker [CHW - Massachusetts License] - Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professionals preferred

Experience

experience in community health outreach, health education, or related field 2-3 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Remote Type

Hybrid

Work Location

151 Everett Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.43 - $29.21 / Hourly

Grade

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement :

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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