Community Health Worker - BMS @ Belair Edison - Baltimore Medical System : Job Details

Baltimore Medical System (BMS) is a community-based, nonprofit organization that provides quality primary/outpatient care services to the underserved communities in the Greater Baltimore area. BMS is the largest FQHC in Maryland, and we offer a variety of comprehensive primary and behavioral healthservices through five (5) community health centers and eight (8) school-based health centers. We have a competitive salary based on experience and generous benefits (single and family) for employees working 30 or more hours per week that include medical, dental, vision, 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, and more!Proof of vaccination is a condition of employment, subject to verified medical or religious exemptions that do not pose an undue hardship on the Company.BMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer!BMS is an Equal Opportunity Employer!Functions as a Community Health Worker by serving 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. Provides informal counseling & social support. Makes appropriate referrals, in consultation with clinical staff when appropriate, to ensure patients have access to services needed.Required Education:High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experiencePreferred Education:High school diplomaRequired Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:Maryland Community Health Worker CertificationValid Maryland State Driver's LicenseCPR CertificationRequired Experience:3 Years previous experience in a health clinic setting or other client service environment such as a community agency or a neighborhood organization is required.Detailed understanding of medical practice issues related to provider schedules, referrals to specialist, insurance, etc.Preferred Experience:Bilingual skills (Arabic, French, Spanish, or Swahili) preferred.