About this Community Health Worker role at Mass General Brigham
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
SummaryResponsible for working closely with individuals and communities to promote and maintain good health. Responsible for providing education, support, and outreach services to community members to help them achieve their health goals. Areas could include exercise, mental health, medication management, nutrition, health care system navigation, substance use and other health behaviors. Works under the direction of a healthcare professional to provide preventive care and health education to members of the community.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Conduct community outreach and engage community members to understand their health needs
-Provide individual and group health education and coaching to community members
-Assist community members in accessing and navigating the healthcare system, including providing referrals to appropriate health services
-Provide basic health screenings and assessments to identify health risks and provide appropriate interventions
-Assist in the development of health promotion programs and activities to address community health needs
-Collect data and maintain accurate records of community health outreach activities and interventions
-Attend meetings and trainings related to community health promotion and education
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required or Associate's Degree Social Work preferred or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
experience in community outreach, health education, or related field 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with various populations.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and provide advocacy for all populations and communities preferred.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management.
- Bilingual skills in Spanish and English Required
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Provide short-term intensive case management and in person support as needed to advocate for appropriate services, benefits, and programs
Accompany patients to appointments (housing, court, medical, etc.) to provide support and advocacy as needed
Hybrid (with majority of time on site)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$23.51 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
