Community Health Worker bei AdventHealth Manchester

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Day

Location: 210 Marie Langdon Drive, Manchester, Kentucky 40962

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Manchester

• Surrounded by beautiful forests and wildlife
• Known as “The Gateway To The Redbud Capital of Kentucky”
• Enjoy 3,150 acres of off-roading trails
• Home to the historical swinging bridges of Clay County
• Rich Appalachian history and culture
• Declared “Elk Capital of the East”

• Over 600 miles of trails provided by the Daniel Boone National Forest

The role you’ll contribute:

With an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention, this role serves as a vital link between healthcare providers and the communities they serve. As a trusted community member with deep insight into local needs, this individual advocates for accessible healthcare and connects patients with essential resources and services.  By supporting individuals before and after hospital discharge, the role empowers patients to take ownership of their health and well-being. Responsibilities include traveling between hospitals for on-site duties as well as working remotely to maintain continuity of care.  In collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, this position ensures holistic patient support and contributes meaningfully to the overall care experience through precise and dedicated execution of assigned tasks.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Connects with patients prior to discharge to understand contributing factors and barriers, identifying social and resource needs.
• Educates patients and families about available community resources, programs, and social services.
• Conducts post-discharge phone calls to provide support and encouragement, obtain updates on recovery progress, and collaborate with resource providers for additional assistance.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills in challenging situations, interacting respectfully, calmly, and courteously with patients, physicians, colleagues, and others.
• Identifies patient needs and helps find resources to address those needs.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• High School Grad or Equivalent Required
• Experience in a clinical or community health setting [Required]
• Driver's License (DL) Required