Field Based Community Health Worker - Thurston/Kitsap/Cowlitz Counties, WA

About this role

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable

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As a Field Based Community Health Worker (CHW) , you will act in a liaison role with Medicaid members to ensure appropriate care is accessed as well as to provide home and social assessments and member education. CHW's work in a team - based structure and spend the majority of their time in the community engaging directly with members. Interesting in learning to work with medically complex patients who may be experiencing significant addiction and / or behavioral health conditions is important for this role

Expect to spend about 50-75% of your time in the field visiting our members in community settings such as events or in their homes in Thurston, Kitsap, Cowlitz Counties and surrounding areas in WA. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable and, above all, patient in all types of situations. Scheduled: Monday - Friday with some evening and weekend hours to attend community events

If you reside near Thurston, Kitsap, Cowlitz counties and surrounding areas, you will have the flexibility to telecommute* as you take on some tough challenges. Primary Responsibilities: Create a positive experience and relationship with the member Proactively engage the member to manage their own health and healthcare Provide member education on community resources and benefits Support member to engage in work or volunteer activities, if desired, and develop solid social supports through deeper connections with friends, family, and their community Engages members primarily face to face or over the phone to discuss their need for provider follow up Creates a positive experience and relationship with t

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