What the work looks like
A week with Compass.
Pick up new referrals
Members who asked for support on their RSVP, and were referred at check-in, show up in your app with the context you need. Accept the ones that fit your schedule.
How pay works
Paid for the time you spend with members.
You earn a share of the Medi-Cal rate for each session, in person or virtual. Your CHW agreement with Compass sets out how you work and get paid.
Every session counts
In person or virtual, one-on-one or in a group
Paid within 30 days
after the health plan pays for your session
No claim forms
Our billing partner submits every claim
What you need
- A California CHW or Violence Prevention certificate, or 2,000 hours of CHW work (paid or volunteer) in the last 3 years
- Live or work in Los Angeles County
- A smartphone
- Pass a background check (we ask your permission first)
On the work experience pathway, Medi-Cal allows up to 18 months to earn a certificate.
Start in three steps
- 1Apply and upload your certification
- 2Get verified and set your availability
- 3Get referrals from organizations near you
CHW questions
How do I work with Compass?
You sign a CHW agreement with Compass that sets out how you work and how you are paid. You choose which referrals and events to take.
Who supervises my work?
Medi-Cal has supervision and billing rules for CHW services. Compass and our billing partner handle them, and our billing partner submits the claims for your sessions.
Is travel time paid?
Not at this time. You're paid for the time you spend with members, in person or virtually.
What kinds of help will I give?
Health navigation and education: Medi-Cal renewals, CalFresh, housing resources, getting to appointments and similar support.
How is member privacy protected?
You only get a referral when a member asks for support and the organization refers them. Notes and messages stay inside Compass, and we never ask members about immigration status.