Company: Oak Street Health
Title: Community Health Worker
Role Description
The purpose of a Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and medical systems in order to remove barriers and increase wellness across all life domains. A CHW is a patient’s advocate or liaison, accompanying patients through proactive in-person and phone outreach based on their care needs to promote health literacy and increase access to resources needed to live healthier lives. High levels of flexibility, problem solving, strong communication, and an intimate knowledge of the community served are required to be successful. CHWs work closely with MSWs to manage patient care plans, support care team decision making, and coordinate clinical and complementary services needed to provide high quality health care and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. CHWs are expected to work within their scope of practice. There is no expected clinical license for this position.
Check out this pamphletfor a sneak peek into the life of an Oak Street CHW!
Core Responsibilities Include:
What we’re looking for
We’re looking for motivated individuals with:
Required:
Strongly Preferred:
Preferred:
Other Skills
What does being “Oaky” look like?
Why Oak Street Health?
Oak Street Health is on a mission to “Rebuild healthcare as it should be”, providing personalized primary care for older adults on Medicare, with the goal of keeping patients healthy and living life to the fullest. Our innovative care model is centered right in our patient’s communities, and focused on the quality of care over volume of services. We’re an organization on the move! With over 150 locations and an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody “Oaky” values and passion for our mission.
Oak Street Health Benefits:
Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply.
Learn more at www.oakstreethealth.com/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-oak-street-health
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.25 – $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
Schedule:
Work Location: On the road
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