Community Health Worker - Macomb & Wayne Counties

About the role

Provides peer support and role modeling related to the improvement of life skills and health/wellness to individuals and their families during personal interactions including home visits, telephone calls, etc. Instructs individuals and their families about wellness, chronic disease prevention and self-management. Assists clients and their families with accessing appropriate community resources. Assists with the coordination of group support programs and provides ongoing contact. Cultural competency and shared-life experiences with client population is preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive to and from appointments. Macomb and Wayne counties.

Responsibilities

• Participates in community events and activities that promote the awareness of health maintenance and disease prevention.
• Conducts home visits to determine client and family needs.
• Assists with the development and implementation of care plans to meet identified needs and provides program services.
• Follows up with clients, families, and community agencies to evaluate effectiveness of services provided and to develop a proactive plan for future needs.
• Assists clients with arranging and keeping medical appointments.
• Assists clients in accessing community resources such as food, clothing, shelter, and medical insurance.
• Mentors, empowers and advocates for clients and families to help them increase independence and skills.
• Refers patients with social, emotional, and other challenges to appropriate service agencies for assistance.
• Communicates and collaborates with the clients and their families, program staff, and