Community Health Worker - DeKalb County, Illinois

Waymark(11 days ago)

DeKalb County, IllinoisOnsiteFull TimeJunior$46,160 - $52,400Community Health

About this role

Waymark is hiring a Community Health Worker to serve as the organization’s frontline presence in DeKalb County, connecting Medicaid patients with social supports, advocacy, and health navigation. The role focuses on improving health outcomes for low-income communities through in-person and virtual engagement and collaboration with a multidisciplinary care team. Candidates will participate in paid training and conduct outreach, home visits, and care coordination activities.

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Required Skills

Patient Outreach
Needs Assessment
Care Navigation
Care Coordination
Community Resources
Documentation
Home Visits
Virtual Visits
Advocacy
Computer Literacy

Qualifications

Driver's License
Community Health Worker Certification
COVID Vaccination
Background Check

About Waymark

waymarkcare.com

Waymark provides community-based care and care coordination for people receiving Medicaid, connecting members with local care teams that include community health workers, therapists, pharmacists, and care coordinators. They help members navigate services and address medical and social needs through in-person and virtual support and wraparound assistance. Waymark partners with health plans, providers, and community organizations and uses outcomes-focused programs and research to improve access, engagement, and health outcomes.