Community Health Worker (Field- Detroit, MI)

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.Position Summary

• This will be a field-based position working with Aetna members and Community Based Organizations (CBO) in Detroit, MI.
• Community Health Workers (CHW) serve the community as a bridge between the member (community) and the health care system (providers) through face-to-face outreach and education.
• By providing these community and home-visiting services, CHW's help Aetna members attain and maintain better health outcomes, improve relationships with healthcare providers and help both parties become more acculturated with each other.
• This position will work under the direction of the CHW Supervisor.

• Must be located in Detroit (East) or within 15 miles outside the city of Detroit
• Must be willing to travel within the 50 mile radius within the Detroit area at least 70% of the time.
• 1-2 years relevant experience (such as community outreach or home visits with members/patients).
• 1-2 years of experience in serving the Medicaid populations in urban or rural environments with familiarity of local, formal, and informal resource networks.

• Experience working in community/outpatient setting.
• Community Health Worker Certification or equivalent training and experience.
• Preferred skills: Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and specialized training in medical terminology and practices for designated health conditions.
• Experience using a computer including the use of Excel and Electronic Health Records.

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.