Community Health Worker, Bowdoin Street Health

BILH (Beth Israel Lahey Health)

Dorchester, MA, US
Base: $28.50 - $38.36 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Fully remote
Community violence support services
Resource assessment and case management
Behavioral health referral
The Community Health Worker will provide immediate support services for individuals affected by community violence and participate in community events such as vigils and memorials

Job Summary

  • The Community Health Worker will provide immediate support services for individuals affected by community violence and participate in community events such as vigils and memorials.
  • This role involves coordinating care with medical and mental health providers and advocating on behalf of patients and families.
  • After full training, there is an opportunity to work remotely one day a week and free parking is available at the Dorchester, MA location.

Matching Summary

The Community Health Worker will provide immediate support services for individuals affected by community violence and participate in community events such as vigils and memorials.

Salary

Base: $28.50 - $38.36 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Community violence support services
  • Resource assessment and case management
  • Behavioral health referral
  • Trauma education and outreach
  • Documentation in online medical record
  • Collaboration with medical providers

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish or Cape Verdean Creole
  • Ability to work collaboratively in teams
  • Customer service and active listening skills
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful situations

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • 1-3 years related work experience required
  • Minimum 2 years experience without Associate's degree
  • Experience with computer systems and Microsoft Office
  • Preferred bilingual in English and Spanish and/or Cape Verdean Creole

Work Rights

Not specified

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