Outreach Worker / Specialist Job at Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc., Danbury, CT

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  • Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.
  • Danbury, CT

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Connecticut Institute for Communities, Inc.

Description:

Connecticut Institute For Communities, Inc. / CIFC Health seeks to hire a full-time Outreach Worker / Specialist. 

Under the supervision of the Community Partnerships and Patient Experience Manager, the Outreach Worker/Specialist will Interact with the community in a variety of outreach initiatives related to CIFC Health activities and boarder public health initiatives. This role also includes networking, building community relationships, educating and advocating in the community.

The Outreach Worker/specialist will be responsible for the implementation of the outreach plan as it pertains to providing access to CIFC Health services for both patients and non-patients of CIFC Health and providing assistance in securing access to our Financial and Insurance Assistance Department.

The Outreach Worker/Specialist will establish positive relationships and collaborate with other health centers, provider agencies and community organizations to ensure coordination of outreach activities and timely distribution of relevant materials and information.

The Outreach Worker/specialist will organize and/or participate in community events and health fairs, develop and execute relevant presentations and support the efforts in providing access to care for all with a focus on vulnerable and underserved populations.  Some evening and weekend hours are required. 

The Outreach Worker/specialist will Participate in quality assurance/improvement , evaluation, and data collection as required

Competitive compensation, plus comprehensive fringe benefits package including paid time off, 13 paid holidays, health, dental and vision coverages, as well as other anciallary coverages, and retirement program. 

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent. Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Health promotions or related field.

  • At least 2 years of employment in a professional setting,
  • Basic Knowledge and/or understanding of health services and health insurance.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills,
  • Oral and written fluency in English, Oral and written fluency in Spanish (a plus).
  • Knowledge of and ability to network with community resources,
  • Excellent customer service skills,
  • Ability to work independently and to work as part of a team in collaboration with other professionals,
  • Ability to set priorities and observe deadlines,
  • Computer Literate with Intermediate Level Excel, Word, Publisher and Power Point skills.
  • Requires occasional evening and weekend hours to attend events and activities.

Compensation details: 21-25 Hourly Wage

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Afternoon shift,

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