Community Health Worker

4 weeks ago


Brooklyn, New York, United States RiseBoro Homecare Inc. Full time

Job Summary

RiseBoro Homecare Inc. seeks a skilled Community Health Worker to support a new wellness project in North Brooklyn. The successful candidate will play a key implementation role on a new team within an established nonprofit community-based organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct initial client intake and set up appointments with the Managing Nurse Practitioner as appropriate.
  • Establish trusting relationships with clients and their families while providing general support and encouragement.
  • Attend all project workgroup meetings and convene group meetings with clients to establish a social support network for lifestyle change.
  • Track and report client participation and feedback on project activities.
  • Assist clients with medication review and understanding directives from Primary Care Physicians.
  • Provide clients with ongoing follow-up, motivational interviews, and assist with goal-setting.
  • Follow-up with clients via phone calls, home visits, and group meetings.
  • Assist clients with completing applications and registration forms.
  • Help clients attend appointments and provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate.
  • Help clients connect with transportation resources and give appointment reminders.
  • Exhibit excellent working relations with clients, visitors, and staff, effectively communicating program mission.
  • Work closely with Primary Care Physicians to ensure that clients have comprehensive and coordinated care.
  • Work cooperatively with other personnel assigned to the same client.
  • Be knowledgeable about community resources appropriate to the needs of clients and families.
  • Provide consistent communication to evaluate client/family status, ensuring that provided information and reports clearly describe progress.

Requirements

  • Genuine interest in improving community health.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized.
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and customer-service attitude/orientation.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to take direction as well as solve problems proactively.
  • Fluent in Spanish language, including basic medical terminology.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word.
  • Community Health Worker Certification required or school experience equivalent.
  • Previous experience as a Community Health Worker preferred.
  • CPR Certification.
  • Knowledge of Medicare requirements.
  • Experience working in underserved communities.

EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement

RiseBoro Homecare Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, familial status, genetic information, or disability.



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