Community Health Worker - Remote in Kitsap County, WA - UnitedHealth Group

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start **Caring. Connecting. Growing together.** As a **Field Based Community Health Worker (CHW)** , you will act in a liaison role with Medicaid members to ensure appropriate care is accessed as well as to provide home and social assessments and member education. CHW's work in a team - based structure and spend the majority of their time in the community engaging directly with members. Interesting in learning to work with medically complex patients who may be experiencing significant addiction and / or behavioral health conditions is important for this role. This position is a field based position with a home based office. You will work from home when not in the field. If you are located in Kitsap County, WA, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Create a positive experience and relationship with the member + Help member set goals and develop a care plan to achieve those goals + Proactively engage the member to manage their own health and healthcare + Support the member to improve their well being by staying out of the hospital, and attend regular visits to their primary physician + As needed, help the member engage with mental health and substance use treatment + Support the member to ensure pick - up of their prescriptions + Provide member education on community resources and benefits + Conduct post discharge activities from hospital facility and support connection to social services + Support member to engage in work or volunteer activities, if desired, and develop solid social supports through deeper connections with friends, family, and their community + Partner with care team (community, providers, internal staff) + Knowledge and continued learning of community cultures and values + May conduct Health Risk Assessments (HRA) if needed You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. **Required Qualifications:** + Field based experience + Knowledge of culture and values of community + Knowledge of local community-based resources + Familiarity with the resources available in the community + Intermediate level proficiency with MS Word and Outlook + Designated work space inside the home with access to high speed internet + Ability to travel locally, up to 60 miles one way and up to 50% of the time + Have your own means of transportation + Available to work Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM + Resident in the state of WA **Preferred Qualifications:** + Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Certified Nursing Assistant / Home Health Aide, Certified Medical Assistant + CHW Accreditation + Care management experience + Experience working in Managed Care + Knowledge and / or experience with behavioral health or substance use disorders + Knowledge of Medicaid and / or Medicare population + Reside in Kitsap County *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy **Washington Residents Only:** The hourly range for this role is $19.47 to $38.08 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. _At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission._ _Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._