Community Health Worker

IMPaCT Care

Community Health Worker helping high-risk patients access care and resources. Working embedded within a Kaiser Permanente partnership, focusing on community outreach and support.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeAtlanta • Colorado, Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build trust through consistent presence and culturally aligned, empathetic communication
Identify and address barriers to care: food insecurity, transportation, housing, and more
Connect patients to care teams and community resources; follow up to ensure needs are met
Document all client interactions, needs, assessments, and outcomes in the EPIC EMR system
Complete SDOH screenings and update care plans in a timely manner
Participate in integrated care huddles and collaborate with clinical teams
Use performance data and feedback to actively refine your approach and improve client outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
1–3 years in community-based outreach, health education, or related work
Valid driver's license, personal vehicle, and car insurance
Ability to pass background check and pre-employment screening
Flexibility to cover multiple locations within your assigned region
Experience with an EMR system such as Epic (preferred)
Familiarity with Medicaid, D-SNP, waiver programs, and recertification cycles (preferred)
Experience with SDOH screening tools (e.g., Hunger Vital Sign, USDA Household Food Security) or case management platforms (preferred)
Knowledge of HEDIS metrics or risk stratification concepts (preferred)
Strong ties to community organizations: faith institutions, shelters, food banks, or mutual aid networks (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off and parental leave
Employer-provided life insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Professional development fund and IMPaCT Care CHW certification support
Mileage reimbursement for all work-related travel

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Hard Skills & Tools

SDOH screeningscase managementHEDIS metricsrisk stratification

Soft Skills

empathetic communicationcollaborationflexibilitytrust building

Certifications

high school diplomavalid driver's license