Community Health Worker 1
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Job Description
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 notforprofit we support patient care research teaching and community service striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that highperforming teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryResponsible 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 Associates Degree Social Work preferred or Bachelors 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 01 year preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with various populations.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for all populations and communities preferred.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and database management.
Bilingual skills preferred.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
- Standing Frequently (3466%)
- Walking Frequently (3466%)
- Sitting Occasionally (333%)
- Lifting Frequently (3466%) 35lbs (w/assisted device)
- Carrying Frequently (3466%) 20lbs 35lbs
- Pushing Occasionally (333%)
- Pulling Occasionally (333%)
- Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Balancing Frequently (3466%)
- Stooping Occasionally (333%)
- Kneeling Occasionally (333%)
- Crouching Occasionally (333%)
- Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Reaching Frequently (3466%)
- Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (3466%)
- Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (3466%)
- Feeling Constantly (67100%)
- Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
- Vision Far Constantly (67100%)
- Vision Near Constantly (67100%)
- Talking Constantly (67100%)
- Hearing Constantly (67100%)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham our competency framework defines what effective leadership looks like by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half PeopleFocused half PerformanceFocused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance make hiring decisions identify development needs mobilize employees across our system and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Employment Type
Full-Time
