What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker position at saintpeters?
Community Health Worker
QIP-NJ
The Community Health Worker will:
- Assist in coordinating patient care.
- Collaborate with members of delivery team (Doctors, Social Workers, Nurses) to identify concerns that would prevent quality medical care.
- Conduct outreach activities in targeted areas.
- Establish positive, supportive relationships with patients/clients in managing their health care needs.
- Provide comprehensive case management.
- Provide effective and productive communication between patients, providers and supervisor.
Requirements:
- Health/Social Services experience or education
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with focus on customer service
- Valid NJ driver’s license
- Case management experience preferred
- Strong computer skills
- Knowledge of cultural and lifestyle diversity issues with ability to network with a specific population
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Strong organizational, case management and interpersonal skills
- Bilingual candidates a plus
Salary Range: 18.00 - 26.58 USD
We offer competitive base rates that are determined by many factors, including job-related work experience, internal equity, and industry-specific market data. In addition to base salary, some positions may be eligible for clinical certification pay and shift differentials.
The salary range listed for exempt positions reflects full-time compensation and will be prorated based on employment status.
Saint Peter's offers a robust benefits program to eligible employees that will support you and your family in working toward achieving and maintaining secure, healthy lives now and into the future. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; savings accounts, voluntary benefits, wellness programs and discounts, paid life insurance, generous 401(k) match, adoption assistance, back-up daycare, free onsite parking, and recognition rewards.
You can take your career to the next level by participating in either a fully paid tuition program or our generous tuition assistance program. Learn more about our benefits by visiting our site at Saint Peter's.