Community Health Worker- Women's Services

Park Nicollet is looking to hire a Community Health Worker to join our Women’s Services team!  Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day. 

Position Summary:

The Health Worker (CHW) will work with patients, families, care providers, and clinical care teams in partnership with the community to help patients achieve optimal health goals. The CHW will provide patients with support, education, referrals, and resources through comprehensive, coordinated, patient and family-centered care. The CHW will actively engage with patients in the community through outreach, home visits, and bridging the patient to clinical support and resources. The CHW will provide culturally appropriate, non-judgmental, compassionate care, while maintaining professional accountability and engaging in continuous quality improvement. 

This position will be based out of the HealthPartners Wabasha Clinic, with the expectation to support multiple locations/clinics.

Work Schedule:

• M-F, 7a-6p varied, occasional evening or weekend may be required
• 40 hours per week/1.0 FTE

 

Required Qualifications:

• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

  • CHW certification within 18 months of hire

  • CPR certification required

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Effective verbal and written communication with patients, families and co-workers required 
  • Maintains patient records and documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) 
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation
  • Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
  • Motivational Interviewing skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evening and weekend hours
  • Understands the needs of the population served as well as unique characteristics of the communities served. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
  • A minimum of two years’ direct experience
  • Experience with navigating local medical and social support systems

• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

  • Current Community Health Worker Certificate

Benefits:

Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

 

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health
As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not dis