Community Health Worker II

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• Participate in weekly BH pediatric triage meeting to review referred patients needing in-home therapy services. Remain familiar with family and IHT programs to complete referral paperwork and navigate referred family’s transition to IHT  
• Participate in monthly community Systems of Care Meeting and other care collaboration meetings team recommends the CHW attend  
• Utilize IRIS referral system to routinely document local referrals and patient participation in other agencies  
• Stay current with local updates in community programs and newly established local resources   Three days in-person and two days remote.
** Job Summary
** Summary    Responsible for providing advanced health education, outreach, and care coordination services to individuals and families in the community. Areas could include exercise, mental health, medication management, nutrition, health care system navigation, substance use and other health behaviors. They work closely with healthcare providers to ensure that patients receive appropriate care and support services to improve health outcomes.
Essential Functions    
-Conduct in-depth assessments of patient needs, goals, and barriers to achieving good health outcomes     
-Provide advanced health education and coaching to individuals and families to promote healthy behaviors and self-management of chronic conditions     
-Collaborate with healthcare providers to develop and implement care plans for patients with complex health needs     
-Assist patients in navigating the healthcare system and accessing appropriate services, including health insurance and social services     
-Provide ongoing follow-up and support to patients to ensure continuity of care and successful achievement of health goals     
-Develop and implement health promotion programs and activities to address community health needs     
-Collect data and maintain accurate records of patient interactions and outcomes     
-Attend meetings and trainings related to community health promotion and education
** Qualifications
* * Education  Bachelor's Degree preferred

High School or GED Required      Yes    Licenses and Credentials  Community Health Worker [CHW - Massachusetts License] - Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professionals preferred    Experience  experience in community health outreach, health education, or related field 2-3 years required    Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for all populations and communities.  - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various populations.  - Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  - Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.  - Bilingual skills preferred.
** Additional Job Details (if applicable)
**** Physical Requirements
*** Standing Frequently (34-66%)
* Walking Frequently (34-66%)
* Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
* Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
* Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
* Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
* Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
* Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
* Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
* Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
* Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
* Fine Manipulation…