You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Job Summary
Our client is seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker with experience in outreach for the CalAIM program. The candidate will be responsible for community engagement, enrollment of community members, and education about the program. The role involves working closely with patients to manage their care and ensuring they receive necessary services.
Responsibilities / Job Duties
- Engage in community outreach to enroll individuals in the CalAIM program.
- Provide education to the community to enhance awareness and enrollment.
- Manage a caseload of up to 50 clients, conducting assessments and handling referrals.
- Provide housing navigation services when needed.
- Coordinate with community-based settings to offer support and services.
- Ensure patient enrollment targets are met, with bonuses available for achieving higher enrollment.
- Drive to various community locations for outreach efforts.
- Set up outreach tables at clinics and community events.
Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field preferred.
- Four to five years direct experience required if lacking a bachelor's degree.
Qualifications
- Community Health Worker Certification is highly preferred.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred.
Skills
- Experience with outreach programs, ideally the CalAIM program.
- Strong independent working ability with minimal supervision.
- Capability to drive to and work in various locations independently.
Additional Requirements
Mileage reimbursement for traveling within the community to set up enrollment tables.
Schedule / Shift
Monday to Friday, 6 hours per day, between 8 am and 3 pm.
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.
Required Employment / Compliance Language
Medix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,
*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).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*As a job position within our Care Management division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: accessing financial and confidential information, access and handling of patient medical records, providing medical care inside a patient’s residential address, driving, prescription and other drug access and administration, and working with vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. 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.
