Care Specialist Community Health Worker

2 weeks ago


San Francisco, California, United States Upward Health Full time
About Upward Health

Upward Health is a leading provider of in-home, multidisciplinary medical care, offering 24/7 whole-person care to patients in need. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering exceptional care and support to our patients, and we're seeking a skilled Care Specialist to join our team.

Job Summary

The Care Specialist will work in patient's homes and community 90% of the time and virtually the other 10% to deliver chronic care management to high complexity patients. This role requires strong critical thinking skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently in an unstructured environment. The ideal candidate will have a passion for delivering high-quality care and making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct direct outreach to patients via phone, in-person, mailings, and other strategies to enroll them in Upward Health's program and collect key data about patients during the enrollment process.
  • Meet patients in their home or in the community to conduct a needs assessment, including helping patients to set health goals.
  • Facilitate in-home provider appointments and coordinate care between patients and care team as needed.
  • Support patients in meeting their healthcare goals as it relates to Quality measures.
  • Work within an interdisciplinary team to support the team's effort in meeting market and/or organizational goals.
Requirements
  • At least 2 years of relevant work experience as a Community Health Worker, Peer Support Specialist, Medical Assistant, or similar role.
  • High school graduate or GED required.
  • A valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.
  • Reliable transportation and the ability to travel within your assigned territory or other as needed to support the patient needs plan and training requirements.
  • Experience in Chronic Care Management model OR experience with chronically ill/elderly patients.
  • Long-time resident of the community with good knowledge of the resources of this community.
  • Ability to complete Upward Health's initial training program and ongoing educational requirements as assigned, both virtually and in-person.
What We Offer

Upward Health offers a competitive hourly wage of $21-24 and a dynamic work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. If you're a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for delivering high-quality care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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