CalAIM Community Health Worker - Humboldt County

Job Description

Job Description

At Pacific Health Group, we are at the forefront of revolutionizing healthcare, and you will play a vital role in this mission. We are dedicated to improving health outcomes by addressing social determinants of health and coordinating comprehensive community-based services, particularly through our CalAIM programs. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills to lead in this dynamic environment, we invite you to join our team.

The CalAIM Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between healthcare systems and vulnerable populations under California's CalAIM (California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal) initiative. This role focuses on addressing social determinants of health, improving health outcomes, and reducing health disparities in underserved communities through direct service delivery, community outreach, and comprehensive care coordination.

Target Populations Served

CHWs will work with qualifying Medi-Cal members who have one or more of the following criteria :

• Presence of known risk factors (domestic violence, tobacco use, excessive alcohol use, drug misuse)
• One or more emergency department visits within the previous six months
• One or more hospital inpatient stays within the previous six months or at risk of institutionalization
• One or more detox facility stays within the previous year
• Two or more missed medical appointments within the previous six months
• Expressed need for health system navigation or resource coordination
• Need for preventive services (immunizations, dental visits, well-child care)
• Experience with community violence or chronic exposure to violence
• Asthma requiring self-management education or environmental assessments

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Services

Health Education and Navigation

Community Outreach and Program Activities

Group Services and Education

Support and Advocacy Services

Documentation and Collaboration

Required Qualifications

Required Training and Certifications

Upon hire, CHWs must complete training in :

Essential Skills

Working Conditions

Services NOT Covered

CHWs cannot provide :

Impact and Opportunity

CalAIM Community Health Workers play a crucial role in improving health outcomes and reducing disparities in California's most vulnerable populations. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on individual and community health while working within a comprehensive, evidence-based framework that addresses the full spectrum of social determinants of health.

Job Type : Full-time

Expected Hours : Monday to Friday 8 : 30AM to 5 : 00PM

Must Reside in Hiring County

Join Us in Making a Difference

At Pacific Health Group, we believe in diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal opportunities for all. We strive to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. If you’re ready to arrange every detail of care, walk alongside members through their journey, and truly transform lives, apply today and become part of our mission to provide caring, comprehensive Enhanced Care Management for those who need it most.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pacific Health Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), age (40 and over), marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or status as a victim of domestic violence, assault, or stalking. We value diversity in all forms and encourage individuals from historically underrepresented communities to apply.

Job Application & Offer Disclaimer

Pacific Health Group is committed to maintaining a transparent, lawful, and secure hiring process in compliance with California labor laws and employment standards. No candidate will be offered employment without meeting the required qualifications and skillset for the position and successfully completing all steps of our recruitment process, which include :

⚠️ Important Notice : Any message, onboarding link, or communication that claims to represent Pacific Health Group but bypasses the steps listed above is not valid and not authorized by the company. Candidates are advised not to click on or respond to such messages. For verification, candidates may contact the Pacific Health Group Human Resources Department directly.

AI & Human Interaction (HI) in Recruitment

Pacific Health Group is committed to fairness, equity, and transparency in our hiring practices. We use AI (Artificial Intelligence) tools to help match candidate resumes against our job descriptions, focusing on qualifications, skillsets, and location.

All resumes that meet these criteria are then reviewed by HI (Human Interaction) — our recruiting and HR team. Pacific Health Group remains true to our Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) statement , ensuring that every candidate is given fair and consistent consideration.

Requirements

Benefits

Benefits :