Behavioral Health Community Health Worker
Employment type
Full-time
Work setting
On-site
Location
Oakland, CA
Schedule
Day shift
Posted
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Job overview
The Behavioral Health Community Health Worker is an onsite role based in Oakland, CA. Compensation is not specified in the posting. This position provides care coordination and advocacy to patients in the Adult Medicine Clinic. The role exists to bridge the gap between patients and necessary resources, including food, housing, and behavioral health services. It contributes to the health system's goals by addressing social determinants of health and improving patient outcomes.
What you'll do
- Conduct risk assessments and intake interviews.
- Coordinate care and link patients with community resources.
- Assist with preventive health care programs.
- Coordinate patient care activities with the healthcare team.
- Intervene regarding emotional, behavioral, and financial barriers.
- Maintain patient records.
- Monitor adherence to treatment plans.
- Serve as a liaison between the health system and community groups.
What we're looking for
- Skills & competencies
- full-timeday shiftoakland cacommunity health workerbehavioral healthcare coordinationadvocacysocial servicespatient supportonsite
- Work arrangement
- Weekend coverage required
Benefits & perks
- Comprehensive benefits program offered.
Why this role
Requires 1 year of experience in community-based health care and a valid California driver's license.
About the employer
Alameda Health System is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians). Sector: 62.
Additional details
- Industry sector
- 62
- Industry
- Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians)
- Occupation code
- 21-1023.00
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Listing ID: ab807159-98cd-43a5-9f8c-f614f8c742fd