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    Community Health Worker - Grand Rapids, United States - Corewell Health

    Corewell Health
    Corewell Health Grand Rapids, United States

    3 days ago

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    Description
    About the Department


    The primary responsibilities of the CHW are to coach individuals in managing their own health and assist individuals with navigating the health care system and community resources.

    The key components for their scope of practice include advocacy, education, mentoring, and empowerment.

    About Blodgett Hospital

    Set within a quiet, beautifully maintained property of mature trees and healing gardens. We have a history of providing high quality, compassionate and personalized medical care. Since 1846, Blodgett Hospital has earned a reputation for excellence as a community and teaching hospital.

    We provide patient-focused inpatient care in 248 private patient rooms and outpatient services for medical, surgical and specialty care, achieving high rates of patient satisfaction.

    Scope of work


    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 are preferred. Must have reliable transportation and be able to drive to and from appointments.

    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 other professionals involved in the care of clients to coordinate services and to facilitate a supportive relationship between the client and their health care provicer(s).

    Serves as a resource to program staff about situational and cultural factors impacting the client, family, and environment. Teaches clients and families about wellness, disease prevention, and self-management.

    Documents services including assessments, plans, and periodic evaluations of goals, education, and other pertinent program data. Documents trends and changes in the health of the community and provides input into program development and evaluation.

    Coordinates group meetings under the direction of the Program Supervisor. Collects and documents program data and other necessary evaluation data to ensure timelines and accuracy. Discusses trends, challenges, and other issues regarding data collection with the Program Supervisor.

    How we will care for you, while you care for our patients

    Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here ) .

    On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

    Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more

    Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

    Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

    Free onsite parking

    Qualifications

    Required High School Diploma or equivalent and successful completion of the paraprofessional CHW Training Program (Completion within 180 days from hire date)

    Preferred Associate's Degree or equivalent

    3 years of relevant experience Work experience Preferred

    Knowledge and use of community resources; social, health and public agencies and services. Preferred.

    Primary Location

    SITE - Blodgett Hospital Wealthy St SE- Grand Rapids

    Department Name

    Care Management - Blodgett

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    40

    Hours of Work

    8:00am to 4:30pm

    Days Worked

    Monday to Friday

    Weekend Frequency

    N/A

    CURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.

    Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community.

    We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category.

    We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.


    Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.


    An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization.

    As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other.

    From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

    We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

    You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling


    People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency.

    Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members.

    Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.
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