Community Health Worker - Refugee Program

## Overview **Baltimore Medical System (BMS)** is a community-based, nonprofit organization that provides quality primary/outpatient care services to underserved communities in the Greater Baltimore area. BMS is the largest FQHC in Maryland, and we offer a variety of comprehensive primary and behavioral health services through five (5) community health centers and eight (8) school-based health centers. We have a competitive salary based on experience and generous benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 403b plan, paid time off, eight (8) paid holidays, tuition assistance, and more! ## Description **Current Employees Must Apply Through Their Kronos Employee Account** Community Health Worker serves as a liaison with community members, BMS patients, and BMS as an organization. Will conduct outreach at community events and with partner organizations to increase community participation in BMS programs. Provides evidence-based health guidance and social assistance to BMS patients, and other community members. Enhances community residents’ and patients’ ability to communicate with health care providers effectively. Serves as a cultural mediator between communities and the health service system. Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate health education to individuals, families & community groups. **Essential Functions:** - Provides informal counseling & social support - Makes appropriate referrals, in consultation with clinical staff when appropriate, to ensure patients have access to services needed. - Provides care, support, follow-up, and education in community settings such as homes, and neighborhoods. Identifies and addresses issues that create barriers to care for community members and patients. - Follow-up with clients in person and/or via telephone to ensure adequate use of services and connections with community resources. Collects relevant data on CHW activities and inputs into the system, and writes reports as required. ## Requirements **Required Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:** · Maryland Community Health Worker Certification · Valid Maryland State Driver’s License · CPR Certification **Preferred Education:** - Associate’s degree (AA) in office management or related field.