Community Health Worker - Los Angeles - LC

Job description

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for helping patients and their families to navigate and access community services, other resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW supports providers and the Case Managers through an integrated approach to care management and community outreach. As a priority, activities will promote, maintain, and improve the health of patients and their family. CHW provides social support and informal counseling, advocates for individuals and community health needs. FLSA Status Non-Exempt Salary Range $26.00 - $30.00 per hour Reports To Licensed Clinical Social Worker Direct Reports None Location Los Angeles , CA Travel Up to 80% Work Type Regular Schedule Full Time Position Description: Competencies: - Educating members about ECM services, assisting them with enrollment and serving as the primary liaison between the member and any services they may need. - Support individuals and family as they navigate the health care system and transition to improvement in self-care and health care management. - Responsible for establishing trusting relationships with patients and their families while providing general support and encouragement. - Provide...