Community Health Worker - Upper Westchester

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:The Community Health Worker is responsible for visiting patients' houses to conduct nonmedical screenings as required by the Insurance Companies. The Community Health Worker helps to bridge the gaps between the community and healthcare services.RESPONSIBLITIES:Travel to patients' homes as determined by need and scheduleConducting home visits to complete non medial surveys both initially and in six months per each caseEnsure patient is residing in a safe environmentResponsible for implementing patients care activitiesPHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:Must be able to carry, lift, push or pull at least 20lbsREQUIREMENTS:Must have own reliable means of transportation to drive throughout boroughsHighly organizedExceptional time management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines."We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law".