Community Health Worker - Carceral Transitions

The Community Health Worker (CHW) for Carceral Transitions support a successful transition from the carceral setting to the community. Responsibilities include identifying barriers to healthcare and social services and connecting members to resources to optimize the members health. The CHW collaborates with the Carceral Transitions team, facility staff and community to ensure a success re-entry into the community for the member. This role also builds individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education and referrals, peer support and advocacy.