Community worker Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

Position Summary

Community Health Workers (CHWs) will address Medicaid enrollments and maintenance, and other health related social needs through a close understanding of the community they serve and by building trusting relationships with community members, including those from diverse backgrounds, to connect those individuals to resources and care. The effectiveness of CHWs lies in their ability to gain access to hard-to-reach individuals, particularly those living in underserved communities and to patiently coach and support them as they work towards health care goals by addressing Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) needs. This position includes face to face and telephonic contact with individuals receiving services, their families, and the community.

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete a standardized Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) assessment for each person receiving services, initially and at least quarterly, for the duration of the service.
• Provide referrals and linkages to address SDOH needs including housing, transportation, peer support, career training, and social supports.
• Perform outreach through community events and activities to assist community members with Medicaid coverage and services.
• Identify individuals who qualify for Medical Assistance and assist them with completing necessary forms to enroll or maintain HealthChoices coverage.
• Assist individuals with identifying gaps in care and provide linkages to health-related services.
• Assist in scheduling appointments, as needed.
• Create connections between vulnerable populations and the health care system.
• Promote wellness by encouraging cultural competence and humility among health care professionals serving vulnerable populations.
• Help individuals manage chronic conditions through education about their treatment plan and work with the provider to ensure the plan is acceptable to the individual.
• Assist individuals obtain preventative services by referring and linking the individual to a primary care physician.
• Advocate for vulnerable populations within the health care system and the community at large.
• Build relationships and interact professionally with local health and social service providers.
• Provide referrals and linkages to home and community-based services.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

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