Community Health Worker - Sioux Falls Metro Clinics - FT

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $20.50 - $33.00 Union Position: No Department Details: Summary: The Community Health Worker (CHW) will serve as a bridge between under-served communities and the health and social service systems. Job Description: As a non-clinical role, work within the patient-centered medical home model, which embraces a team approach to chronic disease self-management. Provide information and assistance to help patients navigate a complex health and human services system. Strong advocacy and raising awareness of individual and community health needs are necessary for efficient and culturally sensitive work. Must strive to build capacity for access to services and community engagement. Strong communication skills from a non-judgmental perspective will be necessary to engage patients in their own care, articulate clearly and effectively when advocating for patients and community groups, and assist members i...