Community Health Worker (CHW)
Location: Tarrytown, NY
Job Type: Contract
Company: Tangelo
Salary: $24.00 ? $27.00 per hour
Category: Navigation
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Community Health Worker (CHW) – Contract Position
Join Tangelo in our mission to improve access to nutritious food and support well-being for individuals and families facing social, behavioral, or environmental challenges. We are seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker (CHW) to play a pivotal role in guiding members through their care journey, empowering them to set and achieve personal goals, and connecting them with vital resources. This contract position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while collaborating with a compassionate, mission-driven team.
At Tangelo, we are passionate about improving health equity by providing subsidized, medically tailored meals and healthy grocery delivery. Our innovative platform works in partnership with insurance companies, government entities, universities, non-profits, and employers to ensure high-need populations have access to the nutrition and resources they deserve. As part of our commitment to transparency and equity, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply for the Community Health Worker (CHW) role.
The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a trusted partner to our members, supporting them remotely through proactive outreach and motivational interviewing. This position is designed for individuals who are passionate about helping others, have experience in care coordination or social support roles, and excel at building rapport across diverse populations. You will have the opportunity to deliver trauma-informed, culturally respectful guidance while working independently in a dynamic, technology-enabled environment.
Community Health Worker (CHW) – Summary- Contract role supporting Tangelo members in accessing community resources and achieving health-related goals.
- Utilizes motivational interviewing, proactive outreach, and strong documentation skills to provide individualized support.
- Works remotely, with occasional in-person activities as required for training or special initiatives.
- Acts as a bridge connecting individuals to programs focused on nutrition, housing, behavioral health, transportation, and more.
- Apply motivational interviewing techniques to encourage members to make progress towards their health and life goals, including nutrition, housing, and overall well-being.
- Conduct outreach to members via phone, text, or video to assess needs and deliver one-on-one guidance.
- Connect members to appropriate local programs, services, and resources, such as food programs, housing assistance, and behavioral health support.
- Collaborate with internal teams, such as dietitians, member support, and clinical partners, to ensure seamless care transitions and coordinated support.
- Maintain accurate records of all member interactions and care planning activities within internal systems.
- Perform consistent follow-ups to monitor member progress, help overcome barriers, and celebrate achievements.
- Deliver support that is empathetic, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive at every stage of engagement.
- Compensation is competitive and based on market data, experience, and skills. Individual compensation will be discussed during the interview process for transparency and fairness.
- Contract positions do not include benefits during the contract term. Equipment such as computers, mouse, or peripherals are not provided for this role.
- For full-time employees, Tangelo offers a comprehensive benefits package, including unlimited PTO, public holidays, medical and dental plans, HSA options, life and accidental death insurance, access to wellness resources, paid parental leave, 401k, and a remote-first work environment.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in care navigation, social work, health coaching, behavioral health, or similar support roles.
- Certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) is preferred but not required.
- Proficiency with motivational interviewing or similar change-guiding methodologies.
- Knowledge of systems and resources such as Medicaid, SNAP, public housing, and behavioral health services.
- Experience supporting individuals from low-income backgrounds or those managing chronic health conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently in a remote environment, utilizing digital platforms like CRM or EHR for documentation and case management.
- Willingness to participate in occasional in-person meetings or training as needed.
- Empathetic listener with the ability to build trust and rapport across cultures and backgrounds.
- Strong communication skills, with a commitment to clear, respectful, and supportive interactions.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with a passion for helping others overcome barriers to health and well-being.
- Adaptable in a fast-paced, remote environment, and proficient in using technology for outreach and documentation.
- Values diversity and is committed to inclusive, equitable care for all members.
- At Tangelo, all applications are reviewed with care, and candidates will be updated on the status of their application. Please do not contact the support or recruiting teams for updates.
- Tangelo is dedicated to transparent and equitable hiring practices. No payment, financial, or sensitive personal information is requested during the application process. Official communications are sent from the jointangelo.com domain, and all legitimate offers follow an interview process led by the Talent Acquisition team.
- Tangelo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law.
- If you do not meet all qualifications, you are encouraged to apply and share your unique experience and perspective with us.
- To take the next step in your career as a Community Health Worker (CHW) with Tangelo, click the job application button and submit your application today!
- Tangelo values working in diverse communities and offers a supportive, remote-first work environment for most employees.