Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker- Health Steps GrantAre you interested in addressing the health care needs of the youth in Lynn?Yes? Please click here to apply for the position of Community Health Worker at the Lynn Community Health Center.In this role you will:Educate, advocate and coach Lynn youth who require additional support to meaningfully address medical, social, and psychological needs.Assist patients and/or families with effectively navigating health care and social service systems, including arranging for transportation and accompanying patients to appointments as requested by care team.Participates in LCHC community outreach efforts, as appropriate and as assigned.Conduct outreach and engagement activities that support patient continuity of care, including re-engaging patients and/or families in care if they miss appointments and/or do not follow up on treatment.The successful applicant will offer:Bachelor's degree in health sciences, social work, sociology, human services, or related field preferred.Three or more years experience as a community health worker or case manager in a community health setting; and/or related experience in health/human services, social services or advocacy.Experience in outreach within mental health, community-based treatments or medical comorbidity.Strong organizational, interpersonal, attention to detail, time management, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.Willingness to openly address and acknowledge issues of addiction, substance use and mental illness.Must have a valid driver's license and transportation.Bilingual and multilingual candidates encouraged to apply.Compensation commensurate with experience and certification.Please apply now and grow with LCHC!Thank you!Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Full-time: 40 Hours