Community Health Worker

Job description

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Company: Oak Street Health: Title: Community Health Worker: Location: 2301 N 29th St Suite 500, Philadelphia, PA 19132 Role Description: At Oak Street Health, the Community Health Worker (CHW) is the vital link between our patients, their community, and the healthcare system. You are more than a liaison; you are a trusted advocate who meets patients where they are - literally and figuratively - to dismantle the social and physical barriers to wellness. By promoting health literacy, increasing access to resources, and reaching out to patients both in-person and by phone for frequent touchpoints, the CHW helps pave the way for patients to live healthier lives. Working in close partnership with the Medical Social Worker (MSW) and interdisciplinary cl...