Sobre esta vaga de Community Health Worker --Homeless Outreach na Trinity Health
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Come join the community outreach team at Mercy Medical Center, part of Trinity Health Of New England!!Position Purpose
This is a grant funded position. The Talent Acquisition Partner will be able to provide more details in the form of a Grant Funded Position Agreement. In this grant the Community Health Worker assists homeless individuals in the local community gain access to key social service and healthcare providers/services to better their health and improve their lives.
What you will do
Improve access to health and human services for homeless population through in-person interactions, telephone contacts, and coordination of referrals
Facilitate or conduct enrollment in available federal, state and local programs to increase access to health care and support services
Maintain frequent contact with community agencies serving vulnerable homeless and at-risk of homelessness populations
Provide individual & community support. Serves as a community liaison between target population and agencies and providers
Provide transportation assistance necessary to ensure the success of the populations served
Minimum Qualifications
CHW Level I- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
CHW Leve II- Minimum Bachelor's Degree in human services or related field
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Current Driver's License in good standing
BILINGUAL (SPANISH/ENGLISH) STRONGLY PREFERRED
Position Highlights and Benefits
Mon-Fri days with flexibility to work off shift to meet the needs of the population
Great benefits and Health Insurance Coverage starting day 1!
Pay Range: $20.88-22.88
Ministry/Facility Information
Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
