Outreach Community Health Worker
RWJBarnabas Health, Newark, NJ, United States
Community Health Worker
(Req #: 0000236036) – Full‑Time, Day shift – RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services, RWJBH Community Health Project – Pay $21.69–$30.64 per hour – Location: 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112-2027
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview The Outreach Community Health Worker will primarily maintain a presence in the community with patients to promote, motivate and improve healthy living. The CHW will assist patients in utilizing resources and accessing services to overcome barriers in order to meet their health goals.
Essential Functions
Meet patients in a clinic, hospital, ER, and where patients are located and conduct needs assessment using a Social Determinants of Health Tool
Schedule weekly follow‑up calls and home visits to patients
Help patients with social issues such as homelessness, substance abuse, hunger, transportation, and other social issues impacting their lives
Assist patients with organizing records, making follow‑up appointments with Primary Care Physicians or Specialists
Help patients with tasks of getting medical care, and work on health goals by planning healthy meals or finding time to exercise
Help patients access resources, including quality of care, childcare services, food, housing, and transportation
Maintain relationships with Community‑Based Organizations
Able to travel and meet the members where they are; may include local churches, homeless shelters, and members’ residences
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Scheduling
Full time, Day shift. 9‑5 PM
Onsite daily at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient‑centered, high‑quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best‑in‑class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high‑quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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(Req #: 0000236036) – Full‑Time, Day shift – RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services, RWJBH Community Health Project – Pay $21.69–$30.64 per hour – Location: 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112-2027
Pay Transparency:
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.
Job Overview The Outreach Community Health Worker will primarily maintain a presence in the community with patients to promote, motivate and improve healthy living. The CHW will assist patients in utilizing resources and accessing services to overcome barriers in order to meet their health goals.
Essential Functions
Meet patients in a clinic, hospital, ER, and where patients are located and conduct needs assessment using a Social Determinants of Health Tool
Schedule weekly follow‑up calls and home visits to patients
Help patients with social issues such as homelessness, substance abuse, hunger, transportation, and other social issues impacting their lives
Assist patients with organizing records, making follow‑up appointments with Primary Care Physicians or Specialists
Help patients with tasks of getting medical care, and work on health goals by planning healthy meals or finding time to exercise
Help patients access resources, including quality of care, childcare services, food, housing, and transportation
Maintain relationships with Community‑Based Organizations
Able to travel and meet the members where they are; may include local churches, homeless shelters, and members’ residences
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Scheduling
Full time, Day shift. 9‑5 PM
Onsite daily at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient‑centered, high‑quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best‑in‑class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high‑quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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