Community Health Worker - Maternal Home program

**We are currently recruiting for Full time Maternal Home Visit Community Health Workers - 5 year grant funded** **Job Summary:** The Family Bridge Maternal Home Visit Community Health Worker (CHW) supports pregnant individuals, new mothers, infants, and families by providing home-based education, care coordination, and connections to community resources. The CHW serves as a trusted liaison between families and healthcare providers, promoting healthy pregnancies, positive birth outcomes, child development, and family well-being. **Key Responsibilities:** - Conduct scheduled home visits with pregnant individuals, postpartum mothers, infants, and families. - Provide education on prenatal care, postpartum recovery, infant care, breastfeeding, nutrition, safe sleep practices, and child development. - Assess family needs and identify barriers to healthcare, housing, food security, transportation, and other social determinants of health. - Connect families with healthcare providers, social services, community programs, and support resources. - Assist clients in scheduling and attending prenatal, postpartum, pediatric, and specialty medical appointments. - Promote healthy lifestyle behaviors and encourage adherence to healthcare recommendations. - Provide emotional support, advocacy, and culturally responsive care to families. - Maintain accurate documentation of home visits, assessments, referrals, and client progress in accordance with agency policies. - Collaborate with nurses, social workers, healthcare providers, and community organizations to coordinate comprehensive care. - Participate in outreach activities, health education events, and community engagement initiatives. - Maintain client confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational standards. **Qualifications:** - High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree in Health Sciences, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field preferred. - Certification as a Community Health Worker preferred or willingness to obtain certification. - Experience working with pregnant individuals, mothers, infants, or families in community or healthcare settings preferred. - Knowledge of maternal and child health, community resources, and health education principles. - Strong communication, interpersonal, and cultural competency skills. - Ability to build trusting relationships with diverse populations. - Excellent organizational, documentation, and time-management skills. - Proficiency with electronic health records and Microsoft Office applications. - Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel for home visits. **Preferred Skills:** - Bilingual abilities (English/Spanish or other languages) are a plus. - Experience with home visiting programs or case management. - Knowledge of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and family-centered care approaches. - CPR and First Aid certification preferred. **Core Competencies:** - Compassion and empathy - Cultural sensitivity - Strong problem-solving abilities - Professionalism and ethical conduct - Team collaboration - Effective communication - Advocacy and resource navigation - Commitment to improving maternal and child health outcomes