Arkansas Children's
Community Health Worker
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Job Description
- Req#: R0016021
Circle of Friends (Little Rock)
General Pediatric Clinic (Little Rock)
Southwest Little Rock
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. COVID AND FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
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Work Shift:
Day ShiftTime Type:
Full timeDepartment:
CC017200 Social WorkSummary:
The Community Health Worker (CHW) provides coordination of care for patients and families between ACH primary care providers and appropriate community resources. The CHW will help families navigate various systems of care while connecting them to the medical, social, and mental health services for which they may be eligible. CHWs serve as a liaison between the family, providers, and community based organizations (CBO). They should have a strong understanding of the healthcare delivery system and help patients overcome access challenges. The employee will provide coaching, support, and guidance to the patient as they work towards their health care goals.Additional Information:
One (1) available at each of the following locations:
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Monday - Friday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Required Education:
Bachelor's DegreeRecommended Education:
Required Work Experience:
Related Field - 1 year of experienceRecommended Work Experience:
Required Certifications:
Recommended Certifications:
Description
1. Coordinate with primary care treatment team and family to address social determinants of health.
2. Work closely with clinic Social Worker and/or Behavioral Health Clinician to reinforce treatment recommendations with patient in community settings and facilitate access to resources and referrals.
3. Build relationships with local CBOs, outpatient providers, acute or residential psychiatric treatment facilities to support families throughout the process of accessing appropriate medical, psychosocial, and mental health services.
4. Provide health education to patients and families on lifestyle and behaviors that promote wellness.
5. Coordinate with providers and payers to help patients access the correct level of care in order to avoid healthcare crises.
6. Assists patients with enrollment in programs and benefits for which they are eligible.
7. Follows-up on referrals, resources, and recommendations to help address access barriers as they arise.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
About the company
Arkansas Children's Hospital is a pediatric hospital with a Level I trauma center in Little Rock, Arkansas.
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