Care Manager/ Community Health Worker
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Job Summary The Care Manager/Community Health Worker (CHW) supports the development of patient-centered, team-based care. S/he will support Shannon as a health care system (clinic and hospital departments as needed). Care Manager/CHW(s) are expected to help team members ensure patients are receiving support and resources within the community & reduce client barriers to health care and needed community resources and services. Facilitate communication and coordination between community resources/services, community partners, and healthcare providers. Maintain knowledge and understanding of available community resources, services, and programs. A few examples include the following: social determinates of health, educating patients on topics related to chronic disease prevention, suicide prevention, end of life planning, physical activity/nutrition. Education Education Type Program of Study Required/Preferred High School Diploma/GED N/A Required Experience Number of Years Type of Experience Required/Preferred 2 Years Customer Service in Health-Related Field Preferred Certification & Licensures Certification/Licensure Type Required/Preferred Medical Assistant Preferred Community Health Worker Preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) Required* *Must obtain within ninety (90) days of hire date