Community Health Worker
Consultant, Community Health Worker
Summary
Our client, a start-up company utilizing healthy food as medicine approach, has engaged GForce Life Sciences to provide a community health worker .
This individual will be responsible for supporting and attending local community events to educate potential clients about food benefits available.
Duties / Expectations of Role
Build strong relationships with health plan members to educate them about the benefits and eligibility criteria for medically tailored meals.
Provide information in a clear and culturally sensitive manner.
- Engage with community members through various channels, including community events, workshops, and outreach programs. Raise awareness about the importance of medically tailored meals and encourage enrollment.
- Collaborate with health plan members to assess their eligibility for medically tailored meals. Gather necessary information and documentation to facilitate enrollment in the program.
- Conduct health assessments in accordance with established protocols. Collect vital health information, identify risk factors, and refer individuals to appropriate healthcare providers as needed.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of member interactions, eligibility assessments, and health assessment results.
Ensure all documentation adheres to privacy and confidentiality regulations.
- Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including healthcare providers, social workers, and nutritionists, to ensure seamless coordination of services and resources for health plan members.
- Build and nurture relationships with local organizations, clinics, and community stakeholders to enhance the reach and impact of the medically tailored meals program.
Mandatory Requirements
- Bilingual with Spanish / English required
- 6+ months of experience in community-level health education or related field required
- Microsoft Office Suite experience required
- Strong attention to detail, and comfortable working in a start-up environment
- Flexible with occasional work after hours and weekends
Nice to Have
Knowledge of medical insurance billing systems and data analysis
Term & Start
- Benefits Available (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)
- Remote - West Coast Based
- Up to 6-month contract to potential perm
- September / October 2024
- Full-time (40 hours / week)
- 20% Travel to Central and South California
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