SHP Community Health Worker I

About the role

Occasionally this position is hybrid that will consist of remote and onsite work within the community. Samaritan Health Plans (SHP) operates a portfolio of health plan products under several different legal structures: InterCommunity Health Plans, Inc. (IHN) is designated as a regional Coordinated Care Organization (CCO) for Medicaid beneficiaries; Samaritan Health Plans, Inc. offers Medicare Advantage and Commercial Large Group plans. As part of an Integrated Delivery System, Samaritan Health Plans is strategically and operationally aligned with Samaritan Health Services’ mission of Building Healthier Communities Together.

Responsibilities

Assists in care coordination activities with members/caregivers to maintain daily health functioning, prevent complications of medical conditions and utilize health care resources efficiently. Applies knowledge of applicable regulations and benefits to identify appropriate resources (internal or community partners) and eliminate barriers where possible.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field or equivalent experience in health care or case management required.
• Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft Word and Excel, and electronic documentation systems preferred.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills to perform group presentations, tactfully discuss issues, and listen to and understand concepts, rules and procedures. Ability to work with all levels within the organization, facilitate communication, and effectively document related activities. Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Physical Demands

• CLIMB - STAIRS
• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs
• CARRY 1-handed