Community Health Worker

Summary:
BlueChoice Health Plan is a wholly owned subsidiary of BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, the largest health insurance company in the Palmetto State. We offer and excellent working environment, with quality benefits.

Why should you join the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina family of companies? Other companies come and go, but for more than seven decades we’ve been part of the national landscape, with our roots firmly embedded in the South Carolina community. We are the largest insurance company in South Carolina … and much more. We are one of the nation’s leading administrators of government contracts. We operate one of the most sophisticated data processing centers in the Southeast. We also have a diverse family of subsidiary companies that allows us to build on a variety of business strengths. We deliver outstanding service to our customers. If you are dedicated to the same philosophy, consider joining our team!

• Provides guidance and support for members through home visits and support of care coordination programs.
• Develops strategic partnerships in the community to support community outreach and referrals.
• Establishes peer-to-peer relationship to function as a link between the community and the company.
• Advocates for members by staying current of community resources and provides resources to members to improve their health knowledge, self-sufficiency, and to help them understand their health condition(s) to develop strategies.
• Assists with engagement, onboarding, and facilitating referrals and enrollment related to appropriate clinical care programs.
• Serves as a conduit between the members, providers, and designated clinical care team members.
• Supports and promotes programs through participation in community events.
• Coordinates meetings for community health workers to communicate and share best practices.
• Provides service to members.
• Comprehends the various cultural and linguistic needs of the Medicaid population, knowledge of the various health and social services available in the assigned region with emphasis on services offered by community-based organizations.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three years’ work experience including one year of community involvement OR customer service experience.
• Understanding of the basic principles of Medicaid programs.
• Knowledge of community resources and programs.
• Demonstrated a positive, helpful, service orientation.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive information with discretion.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and handle multiple demands and balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable conducting home visits.
• Microsoft Office.
• Certified Community Health Worker.

• Subsidized health plans, dental and vision coverage
• 401K retirement savings plan with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations
• Wellness program and healthy lifestyle premium discount
• Tuition assistance
• Service recognition
• Employee Assistance
• Discounts to movies, theaters, zoos, theme parks and more