Community Health Worker

Full Community Health Worker- Behavioral Health HomeHonor Community Health is a 501c3 Federally Qualified Health Center co-located within 20 locations. Our mission is to provide for the health and wellness needs of the underserved of Oakland County through the provision of comprehensive, integrated primary, behavioral health, and dental care. We serve all populations regardless of their ability to pay. Our team is passionate about serving the people of Oakland County. IMPORTANT: All applications MUST be completed in its entirety to be considered.*NOTE: COVID -19 Vaccinations are recommendedPosition DescriptionThis position reports to Director of Care Management and will function as an essential team member for Honor Community Health Home projects. The Community Health Worker (CHW) works as an essential part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver integrated, person-centered, and comprehensive care to eligible beneficiaries to successfully address the complexity of comorbid physical and behavioral health conditions. This position will work directly with patients and their representatives to assist in the delivery of six core services: comprehensive care management, care coordination, health promotion, comprehensive transitional care, individual and family support, and referral to community and social support services. This position requires tracking and follow up, ensuring details of care are documented in the Electronic Health Record and population health management tool. Effective communication, organization, efficient time management skills, and the ability to successfully multi-task are essential to success in this position.What are we looking for?A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.Current MiCHWA Community Health Worker certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.Two (2) years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified or lived experience in the communities that Honor Community Health serves.Strong computer skills utilizing: Microsoft Office, EPIC, CHAMPSA compassionate and positive attitudeAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to create an excellent patient experiencePatient focused mindsetWhat do we Offer?Competitive Wages401k with company matchMedical, Dental and Vision insuranceEmployer Paid Life InsuranceEmployer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance4-6 Weeks Paid Time Off for Full-Time EmployeesPaid Time off for Part-Time EmployeesPaid Float Day and HolidaysPaid Bereavement LeaveParental LeaveLifeMart Discount Program for all employeesContinuing Medical Education (CME) Allowance for CliniciansFree Malpractice InsuranceLicense ReimbursementFree Employee Assistance ProgramPublic Service Loan Forgiveness to all Full-Time EmployeesNational Health Service Corp (NHSC) for licensed health care providers and offers up to $50,000 toward student loansWhy work for Honor?Honor is a patient directed and community driven Federally Qualified Health Center.We ensure that patients come first by providing enabling services to assist patients with specific barriers to care such as transportation, translation, food security, and other social services.Our staff is passionate about providing all members of the community with access to quality health care regardless of their situation.Please note the selected candidate will be required to submit to a criminal record check and reference check.Honor Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of race, sex, age, handicap, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items.