COMMUNITY HEATH:
Community Health is a primary care network that provides nationally-recognized programs, a focus on wellness, dental, behavioral health and pediatric specialties, walk-in Express Care, a culture of community and quality health care that almost everyone, insured or uninsured, has come to depend on. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer a team-oriented, collaborative work environment for close to 400 employees at eight different locations in Rutland and southern Addison counties.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Clinical Community Health Worker (CCHW) works collaboratively with the Transitional Care Manager to support care coordination and initiate timely outreach for patients recently discharged from inpatient settings or the emergency department (ED). The CCHW is responsible for assisting patients and their families in navigating and accessing community services, resources, and promoting healthy behaviors. Additionally, the CCHW will facilitate scheduling appointments with primary care providers across the organization. This role provides social support, informal counseling, and advocacy on behalf of individuals and the broader community health needs. Furthermore, the CCHW will implement procedures to address identified care gaps, as well as deliver personalized outreach and follow-up to patients.
FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
SKILLS REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS:
- Medical Assistant
- At least one year experience in a primary care office preferred.
- Strong computer and organization skills.
- Ability to work independently, multitask, and respond to shifting priorities.
HOW WE SUPPORT YOU:
- Work Life Balance
- Generous Time Off
- Medical insurance and Dental insurance.
- Health savings account option.
- Robust 403 (b) retirement savings plan, with employer match and 100% vesting schedule.
- Comprehensive Wellness Program