Spanish Speaking Community Health Worker I

Site : The General Hospital Corporation

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Position rate starts at : $23.51

Location : Charlestown High School

Charlestown HS 5x a week , except for Holidays and Vacations , would report to Charlestown Healthcare Center (start time varies)

730am-4pm - During the School Year

Spanish Speaking Required

Job Summary

Summary

Responsible for working closely with individuals and communities to promote and maintain good health. Responsible for providing education, support, and outreach services to community members to help them achieve their health goals. Areas could include exercise, mental health, medication management, nutrition, health care system navigation, substance use and other health behaviors. Works under the direction of a healthcare professional to provide preventive care and health education to members of the community.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Conduct community outreach and engage community members to understand their health needs
• Provide individual and group health education and coaching to community members
• Assist community members in accessing and navigating the healthcare system, including providing referrals to appropriate health services
• Provide basic health screenings and assessments to identify health risks and provide appropriate interventions
• Assist in the development of health promotion programs and activities to address community health needs
• Collect data and maintain accurate records of community health outreach activities and interventions
• Attend meetings and trainings related to community health promotion and education

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Social Work preferred or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

experience in community outreach, health education, or related field 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

15-33 Tufts Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.22 - $26.06 / Hourly

Grade

3At 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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