What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker - Bilingual position at Village Care?
Community Health Worker
Bilingual (Travel Required)
VillageCare is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Community Health Worker. This role will act as a liaison between VillageCareMAX members and the care team to ensure appropriate care is assessed by conducting in home visits. The Community Health Worker will identify and initiate referrals to social service programs, serve as a single point of contact for the member and support the implementation of care activities. Some of your daily activities will include:
- Coaching on chronic health conditions and self-care.
- Supporting members in developing health management plans.
- Advocating to member and families as needed and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Establishing positive supportive relationships and effectively working with a diverse group of members.
We would like to speak to those who have 3 years of health/social job-related experience. High school diploma required - Associate's preferred. Strong ability to solve problems independently and interact with an integrated team. Exceptional skills of organization, communication, professional interaction, human relation skills, and analytical skills required.
This position covers all boroughs - 100% field work. Must be fluent in either Cantonese, Mandarin, Russian or Spanish.
***Must reside within the New York Tri-State Area - NY, NJ, or CT.***
There are many benefits to working for VillageCare. If you are someone who likes being part of a team, enjoys a highly competitive benefits package from world leading carriers and competitive compensation, than we would love to speak with you!
- PTO package, 10 Paid Holidays, Personal and Sick time, Medical/Dental/Vision, HRA/FSA, Education Reimbursement, Retirement Savings 403(b), Life & Disability, Commuter Benefits, Paid Family Leave, Additional Employee Discounts
VillageCare offers a wide range of at-home and community-based services, as well as managed long-term care options that seek to match each individual's needs to help them attain and maintain the greatest level of independent living possible. We are committed to superior outcomes in quality health care.
Salary : $25 - $28