Work where every moment mattersEvery day almost Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network St Vincentrsquos Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than employees It includes a bed community teaching hospital a bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport a large multispecialty provider group and special needs services for adults and children St Vincentrsquos is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the systemrsquos second largest hospitalThis position is grant funded through June and a fantastic Per Diem opportunity for someone looking to accrue hours towards their Community Health Worker CHW licensureProject OverviewIn this project youll be joining a dedicated team focused on providing compassionate care patients with diabetes living in Bridgeport who have chosen to participate Together we aim to make a positive impact by offering interventions that provide access to healthy foods extended time with registered dietitians for personalized nutrition exercise and culinary guidance as well as increased support from Community Health Workers Additionally we offer motivational interviewing and training to help patients stay engaged and empowered in their health journeyThe community health workers willSupport patients and their families by connecting them to resources and services that address their social influencers of healthConduct motivational interviewing and social assessments to help patients set goals and track progressProvide referrals and ensure patients are connected to essential servicesMake home visits to offer direct support and strengthen connections with patients and their familiesPlease include all Community Health Worker experience paid or unpaid in your resumeWork where every moment mattersEvery day almost Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network St Vincentrsquos Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than employees It includes a bed community teaching hospital a bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport a large multispecialty provider group and special needs services for adults and children St Vincentrsquos is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network and is the systemrsquos second largest hospitalThis position is grant funded through June and a fantastic Per Diem opportunity for someone looking to accrue hours towards their Community Health Worker CHW licensureProject OverviewIn this project youll be joining a dedicated team focused on providing compassionate care patients with diabetes living in Bridgeport who have chosen to participate Together we aim to make a positive impact by offering interventions that provide access to healthy foods extended time with registered dietitians for personalized nutrition exercise and culinary guidance as well as increased support from Community Health Workers Additionally we offer motivational interviewing and training to help patients stay engaged and empowered in their health journeyThe community health workers willSupport patients and their families by connecting them to resources and services that address their social influencers of healthConduct motivational interviewing and social assessments to help patients set goals and track progressProvide referrals and ensure patients are connected to essential servicesMake home visits to offer direct support and strengthen connections with patients and their familiesPlease include all Community Health Worker experience paid or unpaid in your resumeHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredActively pursuing or in possession of a Connecticut Community Health Worker CHW certification required current CT CHW Certification preferredAt least hours of previous experience as a Community Health Worker paid or unpaid preferredBi lingual in Spanish andor Haitian Creole strongly preferredMust be willing and able to conduct home visits to patientsWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredActively pursuing or in possession of a Connecticut Community Health Worker CHW certification required current CT CHW Certification preferredAt least hours of previous experience as a Community Health Worker paid or unpaid preferredBi lingual in Spanish andor Haitian Creole strongly preferredMust be willing and able to conduct home visits to patientsWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment