University of Maryland Faculty Physicians · 2 months ago
Community Outreach Worker- Pediatrics
Baltimore, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expUniversity of Maryland Faculty Physicians is focused on providing community outreach services. The Community Outreach Worker will visit individuals and families to assist with social interventions necessary for coping with new diagnoses and will serve as a liaison between clients and community resources.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitPrimary and Urgent Care
Responsibilities
Recruits a client base within the community by identifying, locating, interviewing and screening individuals who may be appropriate for the program
Provides general information to individuals and families on program objectives and services, eligibility requirements and benefits, confidentiality of information, etc. Distributes informational materials and literature
Schedules clients for appointments with health care providers. Reminds them of pending appointments and contacts them to inquire into reasons for missed appointments. Escorts clients to various appointments to ensure compliance and provide support
Assists clients in obtaining necessary transportation and/or childcare when treatment is needed
Assists with client retention by following up on all contacts by telephone or by a home visit follow-up. Locates clients who have moved or lost contact with the program
Serves a liaison between the client and community resources including department staff, City, State, and Federal social services agencies
Conducts visual inspection of the physical condition of the client’s house to identify factors that may be detrimental to maintaining a safe, healthy and comfortable living environment
Assists with the facilitation of the family health center process by greeting clients and making sure that they are registered to be seen
Assists with planning, organizing, and implementing community special events such as health fairs, workshops, etc
Participates in staff meetings and conferences. Reports on community outreach activities including problems and concerns
Achieves monthly, quarterly, annual enrollment goals, determined by yearly program funding
Prepares written reports and maintains records of outreach contacts and activities
Achieves monthly, quarterly, annual enrollment goals, determined by yearly program funding
Updates information in database from various data forms collected
Maintains a good working relationship with all community members
Performs related duties as required
Completes mandatory employee health, workers compensation, HR processes and other training and requirements in required time frame to ensure compliance with all FPI rules and regulations
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Minimum two years experience providing outreach services
Experience should include writing reports and maintaining records
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and tact
Benefits
Supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement
Company
University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
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