Bilingual Community Health Worker - Remote

Overview

The Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health acts as a bridge between patients, the community, and medical systems, promoting health literacy and access to resources for healthier living.

In Short

• Serve as a patient advocate and liaison.
• Conduct proactive outreach via in-person and phone interactions.
• Manage patient referrals and collaborate with care teams.
• Facilitate communication between patients and care providers.
• Connect patients to community resources.
• Assist with applications for benefits.
• Document patient interactions in electronic medical records.
• Work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Deliver culturally appropriate health education.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year experience in healthcare or social services.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities positively.
• Dedication to community service.
• Proficient in computer skills.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• US work authorization.
• Fluency in Spanish preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records is a plus.
• Community Health Worker certification preferred.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick time.
• 401K match options.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Leadership development opportunities.
• Continuing education stipends.
• Flexible work environments.
• High levels of responsibility and rapid advancement.
• Mission-focused career impacting change.
• Comprehensive benefits for wellness.
• Diversity and inclusion commitment.