Community Health Worker

Job Description:

Job Title: Community Health Worker
Location: Columbia, MO / Hannibal, MO
Department: Clarity Healthcare - Community Services
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift: Monday - Friday

Job Summary:
Are you a passionate and dedicated Community Health Worker looking to make a positive impact in the lives of foster care children and families? Join our team at Clarity Healthcare as a Community Health Worker!

Hannibal, Missouri, is special for its historical significance as Mark Twain's boyhood home, scenic location along the Mississippi River, affordable living, and tight-knit community spirit. It offers career opportunities, including in dentistry, and a high quality of life with its blend of charm, natural beauty, and community engagement. Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals who seek our services!

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more**

• Competitive 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan – up to 5% match for Part-Time and Full-Time employees

• Company-paid basic life insurance

• 29 Days of PTO for Full-Time employees

• Emergency Medical Leave Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts – healthcare and dependent child-care

• Health & Wellness Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Employee Discount Program

• Mileage Reimbursement

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitating Patient Empowerment :
  Enhance communication and empower patients in their interactions with healthcare and social service systems to improve outcomes.

• Barrier Troubleshooting :
  Identify and resolve barriers preventing patients from adhering to their care plans, ensuring they stay on track.

• Community Outreach & Engagement :
  Actively engage high-risk patients through community outreach, fostering meaningful connections and support.

• Health/Social Services Liaison: Serve as a bridge between health/social services and the community to improve access and culturally competent care delivery.

• Care Management Development: Collaborate with primary care teams to develop care management strategies, including guidelines, disease management, and patient education for chronic disease self-management.

• Building Community Health Capacity :
  Increase community and individual self-sufficiency by providing health education, advocacy, and social support to enhance overall well‑being.

• Collaborative Problem Solving: Work alongside patients and their care teams to find practical solutions to overcome healthcare barriers.

• Resource Connection :
  Link patients with appropriate community resources and health center services for comprehensive care coordination.

• Patient Follow‑Up :
  Maintain consistent follow‑up with patients through phone calls, home visits, and visits to alternative settings to ensure ongoing support.

• General Support & Special Projects :
  Provide general support and contribute to special projects as needed, adapting to organizational priorities.

• Public Education on Health Plans :
  Conduct educational initiatives to raise public awareness about the availability of Qualified Health Plans (QHPs).

• Fair & Impartial Information Distribution :
  Offer clear, unbiased information to individuals seeking enrollment in QHPs, ensuring informed decisions.

• Enrollment Assistance :
  Guide individuals through reviewing health coverage options and completing enrollment forms for QHPs.

• Culturally Appropriate Information Delivery :
  Ensure all information provided is tailored to the cultural and linguistic needs of the population served by the marketplace.

• Additional Duties :
  Perform any other tasks as assigned, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Education and/or Experience

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field preferred.

• Two (2) years of experience working in community health, human services outreach, and/or healthcare preferred.

• Desirable experience includes customer service, patient/peer coaching, medical patient interaction, community relations, outreach, data entry, and public speaking.

Additional Qualifications:

• Knowledge and competencies with harm reduction, motivational interviewing, and relevant treatment…