Community Health Worker II
Community Health Worker II
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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 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.
The Integrated Care Management Program (iCMP) is designed to reduce complication by supporting patients on their health care journey. Our iCMP nurses social workers and community health workers meet with patients and assess their health and social needs. Together they identify barriers to good health and create a plan to address them. The team works with our patients and their providers to create a personal care plan to support the patient in achieving optimal health and well-being.
Job Summary
The OpportunityProvides 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.
Works closely with healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive appropriate care and support services to improve health outcomes.
Conducts in-depth assessments of patient needs goals and barriers to achieving good health outcomes.
Provides advanced health education and coaching to individuals and families to promote healthy behaviors and self-management of chronic conditions.
Collaborates with healthcare providers to develop and implement care plans for patients with complex health needs.
Assists patients in navigating the healthcare system and accessing appropriate services.
Qualifications
What Youll Bring
Education
- Bachelors Degree Public Health Social Work or other related field of study required. Related experience can be accepted in lieu of degree.
Licenses and Credentials
- Community Health Worker CHW - Massachusetts License preferred
Experience
- 2 years of experience in community health outreach health education or related field required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for all populations and communities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with various populations.
- 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)
Onsite / Flexible Working Model
- M-F Eastern Business Hours
- Onsite at community practices in Chelsea/ Lynn and Assembly Row
- Includes patient in-home or physician visits
- Must be flexible for patient needs and team meetings M-F for onsite as needed
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$21.78 - $31.08/HourlyGrade
4EEO 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 People-Focused half Performance-Focused) 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
