The Community Health Worker (CHW) – HEART/MDPCP serves as the liaison for BMS MDPCP-attributed assigned group. During their job, they will collect and input data on their activities and patients and report that program data in the means required by BMS. This CHW-HEART/MDPCP will provide informal counseling, social support, and appropriate referrals. They will provide care support, follow-up, and educational materials in clinical and community settings. By identifying and addressing issues that create barriers to care for patients, they will facilitate patients’ ability to receive services. Once a patient has related to services, they will follow up with the patient in person and/or via telephone to ensure the patient was able to fully access services and have their issues addressed. They will participate in all team meetings relevant to the MDPCP/HEART program and performs other program duties as assigned. They provide evidence-based health guidance and social assistance to applicable patients and other community members.

Required Education:
– High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
– Associate degree or equivalent in Public Health from a two-year college or technical school

Required Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
– Current Maryland driver’s license and personal vehicle required.
– Maryland Community Health Worker Certification
– Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)

Required Experience:
– One to two years of previous experience in a health clinic setting or other client service
environment such as a community agency or a neighborhood organization.
– Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Baltimore Medical System (BMS) is a community-based, nonprofit organization that provides quality primary/outpatient care services to the underserved communities in the Greater Baltimore area. BMS is the largest FQHC in Maryland, and we offer a variety of comprehensive primary and behavioral health services through five (5) community health centers and eight (8) school-based health centers. We have a competitive salary based on experience and generous benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 403b plan, paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays, tuition assistance, and more!

Proof of vaccination is a condition of employment, subject to verified medical or religious exemptions that do not pose an undue hardship on the Company.

BMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer!