Community Health Worker

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time, Day shift (Monday–Friday)

Responsibilities

• Travel and drive a company vehicle (small bus) throughout the communities in the area
• Connect with patients prior to discharge to understand contributing factors and barriers, identifying social and resource needs
• Educate patients and families about available community resources, programs, and social services
• Conduct post-discharge phone calls to provide support and encouragement, obtain updates on recovery progress, and collaborate with resource providers for additional assistance
• Demonstrate good interpersonal communication skills in challenging situations, interacting respectfully, calmly, and courteously with patients, physicians, colleagues, and others
• Identify patient needs and help find resources to address those needs; work independently and collaboratively with a team, showing flexibility
• Utilize active listening skills to understand patient concerns and needs
• Deliver health information using culturally appropriate terms and concepts
• Demonstrate effective organizational skills, collecting and tracking data, prioritizing tasks, handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously, and maintaining attention to detail
• Use computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) efficiently
• Help patients schedule appointments with resource providers and other necessary services
• Assist patients with navigating insurance applications, verification, and authorization, as well as counseling services and other resource providers tailored to their social needs
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Community Health Worker Training/Certification
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience in a clinical or community health setting
• Experience working with people of different cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in community education, public health, community outreach, social service, community advocacy, or education
• Insurance authorization/verification experience

Pay

$18.24 – $29.18 per hour

Location

210 Marie Langdon Dr, Manchester, Kentucky 40962