Job Title: Community Health Worker

Job Detail

Location: Los Angeles, Ca

Work Location: Hybrid

Salary Expectations/ Pay Rate or Range: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour DOE

Job Description

Are you ready to give your career a boost by bringing your talents and expertise to some of the nation's top companies? At Medix, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for talent through our Healthcare, Scientific and Information Technology divisions. Our dedicated recruiters offer a personalized service to make sure we truly understand your employment needs.

Responsibilities/ Job Duties:

Conduct community outreach to educate the public on CalAIM benefits and eligibility.

Set up outreach tables and conduct patient enrollments at health clinics, hospitals, and community events.

Collaborate with local organizations to schedule outreach events and activities.

Drive to various locations, setting up and managing outreach tables and events to enroll individuals in CalAIM.

Complete necessary documentation and follow up with participants to ensure successful enrollment.

Engage with community members in-person and via phone to build rapport and encourage participation.

Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and patient enrollments.

Participate in team meetings and training sessions to stay updated on CalAIM processes and requirements.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements:

High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred.

At least 2 years of experience in community health work, patient enrollment, or outreach programs-preferably in a CalAIM or similar healthcare enrollment context.

Community Health Worker (CHW) certification is a plus.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate community members.

A proven track record of successful outreach and enrollment efforts.

Must be comfortable working independently, driving to various locations, and managing outreach activities with minimal supervision.

Schedule/ Shift:

Monday to Friday, 6 hours per day

Typical working hours: 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM or 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (with a 1-hour lunch break)

Benefits:

Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances)

Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix Offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s).)

401k (eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1)

Short Term Disability Insurance

Term Life Insurance Plan

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.