Community Health Worker, CVS Health

CVS Health

Location:
United States, Atlanta

Category:
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Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

18.50 - 35.29 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The purpose of a Community Health Worker at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and medical systems in order to remove barriers and increase wellness across all life domains. A CHW is a patient's advocate or liaison, accompanying patients through proactive in-person and phone outreach based on their care needs to promote health literacy and increase access to resources needed to live healthier lives.

Job Responsibility:

Establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with patients, community organizations, team members, and partners
Manage patient referrals defined by the care team & collaborate with the Medical Social Worker on action plan
Facilitate communication between all identified parties involved in patients' care
Form relationships with and build an inventory of local community organizations
Connect patients to state and local community resources
Assist patients with completion of applications for accessing eligible benefits and resources
Promote goal setting and achievement to improve patients' quality of life
Meet with patients in patient-centered and patient-preferred locations
Drive engagement with high risk individuals
Complete referrals to organizations and agencies as needed
Deliver culturally appropriate health education
Support care team decision making through participation in interdisciplinary team meetings
Document interactions with patients in electronic medical record

Requirements:

Minimum of 1 year of experience in healthcare, community-based, case management, or social service environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude
Dedication to serving the community and building meaningful relationships
Proficient computer skills (i.e. Windows, GSuite, Microsoft, etc.)
Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the community to various locations
US work authorization

Nice to have:

Fluency in language that is commonly spoken in the community when necessary (most often Bilingual English/Spanish)
Experience working on multidisciplinary teams with organizations, agencies, patients, and community members
Knowledge of community resources and resource navigation
Community Health Worker certification or Associates or Bachelors in a related field
Experience utilizing electronic medical record systems
A problem-solving orientation and a flexible and positive attitude

What we offer:

Affordable medical plan options
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Employee stock purchase plan
Wellness screenings
Tobacco cessation programs
Weight management programs
Confidential counseling
Financial coaching
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Family leave
Dependent care resources
Colleague assistance programs
Tuition assistance
Retiree medical access

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 27, 2025

Expiration:
September 01, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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