8h ago

Community Health Worker

Woodstock, Illinois

$48k-$54.5k / year

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💼 About This Role

You'll serve as Waymark's frontline presence in the community, connecting patients with Medicaid benefits to social support and healthcare resources. Your core impact will be helping patients overcome barriers like homelessness and hunger to achieve their health goals. This role offers a chance to work with a multidisciplinary team in a mission-driven healthcare startup.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Conduct needs assessments and set health goals with patients
  • Connect patients to community resources like food banks and housing assistance
  • Manage relationships with healthcare providers and care team members
  • Document patient encounters in technology systems accurately

📋 Requirements

  • Organized with ability to work independently and manage schedules
  • Interpersonal communication and active listening skills
  • Computer literate with experience using technology for documentation
  • Reside within commutable distance of Woodstock, Illinois

✨ Nice to Have

  • Community Health Worker certification
  • Experience conducting home visits and outreach
  • Knowledge of Greater Woodstock Medicaid populations

🎁 Benefits & Perks

  • 📈 Stock Options opportunity to invest in company growth
  • 🏠 Work-from-Home Stipend for first year home office setup
  • 🩺 Medical, Vision, Dental Coverage for you and family
  • 🏖️ 20 Vacation Days plus 11 paid holidays
  • 👶 16 Weeks Parental Leave for birthing parents

📨 Hiring Process

Offer contingent upon background check and COVID vaccination attestation.

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