Pathways Community Health Worker

Position Summary :

Full-Time position available for a Pathways Community Health Worker for our Care Management team in Tumwater, WA. Under the direction of the Pathways Supervisor, this position works closely with all clients, community organizations, and other departments.

This culturally and geographically connected individual serves as a link between underserved communities and existing community resources.

Through home visiting, this individual assists clients in overcoming barriers to health, social services, education and employment.

Driving to meet clients in homes, clinics, and hospitals is required. This person must have a valid driver license, proof of auto insurance and a vehicle safe for daily use.

Prior to hire this person must submit a driver’s abstract demonstrating that they are safe to drive as deemed by Sea Mar’s Health and Safety / Compliance Officer.

Within the course of employment, a current driver’s abstract may be requested.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Be a patient advocate.
• Conduct standardized patient in-take and risk assessments.
• Establish a trusting relationship with the target population, referred clients, and community partners.
• Identify and assist clients with client identified health and social service goas as appropriate.
• Assist in the development of strategies to address or eliminate barriers to care.
• Work collaboratively with the Program Manager, PCP, and other assigned personnel to make sure that all relevant client needs are identified and addressed.
• Participate in on going assessment of the client and family needs to determine if expected outcomes are reached and to ensure implementation and / or adjustment of the service plan.

Requirements and / or Experience :

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Community outreach or case management experience preferred.
• Experience working with people from various backgrounds required.
• Experience working with individuals with substance use disorders, homelessness, chronic mental illness, or people in crisis preferred.
• Prefer one year paid or volunteer experience providing medical, social service or behavioral health case management or care coordination.
• Bilingual English / Spanish is preferred, but not required.

What We Offer :

Sea Mar offers talented and motivated people the opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing community health organization.

Working at Sea Mar Community Health Centers is more than just a job, it’s a fulfilling career with opportunity for advancement.

The fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours more, receive an excellent benefit package of :

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.

We also offer 401(k) / Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.