Community Health Worker (50657) at Riseboro Community Partnership in Brooklyn, NY | USD26-26 | Kablio

Role

Description

client intake

follow up

referral coordination

medication review

transport coordination

progress reporting

Conduct initial client intake and set-up appointments with Managing Nurse Practitioner as appropriate
Provide clients with ongoing follow-up, motivational interviews and assist with goal-setting
Provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate
Follow-up with clients via phone calls, home visits and group meetings
Assist clients with medication review and understanding directives from PCPs
Help clients connect with transportation resources and give appointment reminders
Provide consistent communication to evaluate client/family status, ensuring that provided information, and reports clearly describe progress
Assist clients with completing applications and registration forms
Work closely with Primary Care Physicians to help ensure that clients have comprehensive and coordinated care. Follow-up with patients should be continuous from initial identification through closure
Establish trusting relationships with clients and their families while providing general support and encouragement Attend all project workgroup meetings
Work cooperatively with other personnel assigned to the same client
Convene group meetings with clients to establish social support network for lifestyle change
Help clients attend appointments
Track and report client participation and feedback on project activities

Requirements

chw certification

microsoft office

spanish fluency

cpr certification

medicare knowledge

underserved experience

Previous experience as a Community Health Worker preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word
Community Health Worker Certification required or school experience equivalent
Be knowledgeable about community resources appropriate to needs of client/families.
Experience working in underserved communities
Entrepreneurial spirit and customer-service attitude/orientation
Fluent in Spanish language, including basic medical terminology
CPR Certification
Exhibit excellent working relations with clients, visitors and staff, effectively communicating program mission
Knowledge of Medicare requirements
Ability to take direction as well as solve problems proactively
Detail oriented and highly organized

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded with a mission to revitalize neighborhoods and provide affordable housing opportunities.
Focus on creating sustainable communities through development, advocacy, and support services.
Specializes in the construction, preservation, and management of affordable housing properties.
Works closely with local residents, helping them access career development, financial literacy, and educational resources.
Supports economic growth by creating jobs and offering workforce training programs.
Leverages community-based partnerships to improve local infrastructure and ensure long-term impact.
Has developed numerous residential buildings and affordable housing projects across multiple neighborhoods.
Invests in the arts, culture, and wellness, promoting a holistic approach to community improvement.
A key player in tackling urban displacement and supporting underserved populations in New York.

Culture + Values

353 volunteers

Active community volunteers

Volunteers contribute to participatory budgeting initiatives, reflecting the company's commitment to community engagement.

5,694 participants

Engaged community members

Participants in participatory budgeting initiatives demonstrate strong community involvement in decision-making processes.

1,000 recipients

Annual toy-drive support

The company annually provides holiday gifts to over 1,000 individuals, showcasing its dedication to community well-being.

Our inclusive approach helps us achieve our mission to unleash the potential of communities to thrive, no matter the odds.
Holistic‑community revitalization model: building affordable housing as neighborhood asset foundation, then layering resource‑linking programs

Environment + Sustainability

100% Affordable

Multi-family Passive House

The first 100% affordable multi-family Passive House project in the U.S.

20% Energy Use

NYC Building Benchmark

Knickerbocker Commons uses only 20% of the energy of an average NYC building of the same size.

60–80% Energy Reduction

Bushwick Retrofit

A Passive House retrofit pilot project in Bushwick achieving significant energy savings.

50% Emissions Reduction

2033 Goal

A target to reduce emissions by 50% within a decade, with an additional 20% reduction in energy intensity.

Seven Passive House standard projects completed, including Knickerbocker Commons and Mennonite United.
Bethany Senior Terraces: fully-electrified PHIUS Passive House with rooftop solar array covering 100% common-area and ~80% of total building electricity.
1601 DeKalb affordable housing fully electric HVAC, designed to meet Enterprise Green Communities criteria.

Inclusion & Diversity

2020 Plan

Racial Equity Initiative

Comprehensive Racial Equity Action Plan adopted in 2020, spanning 10 categories such as Organizational Culture and Governance.

12‑Member Group

Internal Representation

Established a 12‑member Racial Equity Working Group representing all five divisions and infrastructure.

3 Cooperatives

Graduated Programs

Worker Coop Academy (2020–21) graduated 3 cooperatives, including Black‑led and Queer/Trans‑Black/Brown coops.

Launched Community Advisory Committee for community‑led input into decision‑making and program design.
Financial investment in leadership, mentorship and professional development of staff of color.
Gender‑related outcomes: Womxn‑led Beautifully Fed Food coop; Sisters 3 Tea family‑owned, predominately women operators.

Articles

Volunteer Program

Woodlawn Senior Living Ribbon-Cutting (external press release)

Ridgewood‑Bushwick Senior Citizens Council (Wikipedia history)

Role

Description

client intake

follow up

referral coordination

medication review

transport coordination

progress reporting

Conduct initial client intake and set-up appointments with Managing Nurse Practitioner as appropriate
Provide clients with ongoing follow-up, motivational interviews and assist with goal-setting
Provide referrals for services to community agencies as appropriate
Follow-up with clients via phone calls, home visits and group meetings
Assist clients with medication review and understanding directives from PCPs
Help clients connect with transportation resources and give appointment reminders
Provide consistent communication to evaluate client/family status, ensuring that provided information, and reports clearly describe progress
Assist clients with completing applications and registration forms
Work closely with Primary Care Physicians to help ensure that clients have comprehensive and coordinated care. Follow-up with patients should be continuous from initial identification through closure
Establish trusting relationships with clients and their families while providing general support and encouragement Attend all project workgroup meetings
Work cooperatively with other personnel assigned to the same client
Convene group meetings with clients to establish social support network for lifestyle change
Help clients attend appointments
Track and report client participation and feedback on project activities

Requirements

chw certification

microsoft office

spanish fluency

cpr certification

medicare knowledge

underserved experience

Previous experience as a Community Health Worker preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and Word
Community Health Worker Certification required or school experience equivalent
Be knowledgeable about community resources appropriate to needs of client/families.
Experience working in underserved communities
Entrepreneurial spirit and customer-service attitude/orientation
Fluent in Spanish language, including basic medical terminology
CPR Certification
Exhibit excellent working relations with clients, visitors and staff, effectively communicating program mission
Knowledge of Medicare requirements
Ability to take direction as well as solve problems proactively
Detail oriented and highly organized

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded with a mission to revitalize neighborhoods and provide affordable housing opportunities.
Focus on creating sustainable communities through development, advocacy, and support services.
Specializes in the construction, preservation, and management of affordable housing properties.
Works closely with local residents, helping them access career development, financial literacy, and educational resources.
Supports economic growth by creating jobs and offering workforce training programs.
Leverages community-based partnerships to improve local infrastructure and ensure long-term impact.
Has developed numerous residential buildings and affordable housing projects across multiple neighborhoods.
Invests in the arts, culture, and wellness, promoting a holistic approach to community improvement.
A key player in tackling urban displacement and supporting underserved populations in New York.

Culture + Values

353 volunteers

Active community volunteers

Volunteers contribute to participatory budgeting initiatives, reflecting the company's commitment to community engagement.

5,694 participants

Engaged community members

Participants in participatory budgeting initiatives demonstrate strong community involvement in decision-making processes.

1,000 recipients

Annual toy-drive support

The company annually provides holiday gifts to over 1,000 individuals, showcasing its dedication to community well-being.

Our inclusive approach helps us achieve our mission to unleash the potential of communities to thrive, no matter the odds.
Holistic‑community revitalization model: building affordable housing as neighborhood asset foundation, then layering resource‑linking programs

Environment + Sustainability

100% Affordable

Multi-family Passive House

The first 100% affordable multi-family Passive House project in the U.S.

20% Energy Use

NYC Building Benchmark

Knickerbocker Commons uses only 20% of the energy of an average NYC building of the same size.

60–80% Energy Reduction

Bushwick Retrofit

A Passive House retrofit pilot project in Bushwick achieving significant energy savings.

50% Emissions Reduction

2033 Goal

A target to reduce emissions by 50% within a decade, with an additional 20% reduction in energy intensity.

Seven Passive House standard projects completed, including Knickerbocker Commons and Mennonite United.
Bethany Senior Terraces: fully-electrified PHIUS Passive House with rooftop solar array covering 100% common-area and ~80% of total building electricity.
1601 DeKalb affordable housing fully electric HVAC, designed to meet Enterprise Green Communities criteria.

Inclusion & Diversity

2020 Plan

Racial Equity Initiative

Comprehensive Racial Equity Action Plan adopted in 2020, spanning 10 categories such as Organizational Culture and Governance.

12‑Member Group

Internal Representation

Established a 12‑member Racial Equity Working Group representing all five divisions and infrastructure.

3 Cooperatives

Graduated Programs

Worker Coop Academy (2020–21) graduated 3 cooperatives, including Black‑led and Queer/Trans‑Black/Brown coops.

Launched Community Advisory Committee for community‑led input into decision‑making and program design.
Financial investment in leadership, mentorship and professional development of staff of color.
Gender‑related outcomes: Womxn‑led Beautifully Fed Food coop; Sisters 3 Tea family‑owned, predominately women operators.

Articles

Volunteer Program

Woodlawn Senior Living Ribbon-Cutting (external press release)

Ridgewood‑Bushwick Senior Citizens Council (Wikipedia history)