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Tamara Cobb

Philadelphia,United States

Summary

Compassionate and results-oriented Community Health Worker with twenty years of expertise in social services, peer support, and community-focused care.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Community Health Worker

Health Federation of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
01.2024 - Current

Established partnerships with organizations and maintained effective communication with referring providers.

Conducted outreach to recruit potential participants for programs.

  • Assessed barriers to participation, including transportation and childcare challenges.
  • Mentored Lifestyle Coaches at partner organizations to improve program delivery.
  • Delivered “Prevent T2” Program while adhering to CDC-approved curriculum standards.
  • Facilitated group discussions to promote peer engagement and lifestyle changes.
  • Provided ongoing support to participants between sessions, addressing questions and barriers.
  • Recorded and submitted participant data in compliance with DPRP Standards and HIPAA regulations.

Community Health Worker

Christopher's Hospital for Children
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
10.2021 - 01.2024
  • Guided individuals and families through healthcare systems, connecting them to essential resources.
  • Supported patient advocacy by offering community guidance and support.
  • Enabled healthier behaviors by setting goals and encouraging lifestyle changes.
  • Managed confidential information with discretion, accurately tracking progress in Epic and Qualtrics.
  • Coordinated care with healthcare professionals, including physicians, nurses, and social workers.
  • Monitored health outcomes and reported findings to stakeholders.
  • Ensured client medical needs were met through provider coordination.
  • Grant-funded position with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Peer Specialist

Drexel Partnership Comprehensive Care
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Provided peer support services to individuals facing mental health and substance abuse challenges for over four years.
  • Coordinated community-based activities to foster belonging and connectedness among clients.
  • Assisted in creating and executing individualized support plans tailored to client needs.
  • Maintained accurate client records, documenting progress toward established goals.
  • Facilitated referrals to community resources and relevant support services.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with clients and service providers to enhance collaboration.
  • Held grant-funded position through Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Community Health Worker, Population Health

Temple Health System
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
11.2020 - 10.2021
  • Collaborated with health care providers to achieve optimal patient health outcomes.
  • Assessed patient health needs and delivered educational services to community members.
  • Built rapport with patients and fostered partnerships with community organizations.
  • Evaluated Social Determinants of Health to facilitate access to essential services.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements and appointments for patients efficiently.
  • Monitored and assessed effectiveness of community health initiatives.
  • Educated community members on health risks, preventive care, and available resources.

Community Health Specialist

Einstein Healthcare Network
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Conducted assessments of community health needs and trends to identify service gaps.
  • Supported 25 to 30 patients with complex medical and social needs in navigating healthcare systems.
  • Engaged patients in home, community, and healthcare settings to promote wellness.
  • Maintained program goals focused on reducing emergency room and hospital visits.

Peer Specialist

Temple University, College of Public Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
02.2018 - 03.2019
  • Contributed to federally funded study promoting emotional well-being and contraceptive use among low-income women in Philadelphia.
  • Delivered counseling services, fostering relationships and assessing individual needs for community resources.
  • Facilitated participant recruitment and data collection for research initiatives.
  • Provided telehealth education on contraception options, focusing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles.

Education

Associates - Human Services

Harcum College
Bryn Mawr, PA
02.2017

High School Diploma - Law and Government

Germantown High School
Philadelphia, PA
06.1993

Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite
  • Impactful interpersonal skills
  • Problem solver and innovative thinker
  • Inclusive project management
  • Redcap
  • Qualtrics
  • EPIC
  • Strong oral and written communication
  • Resource navigation
  • Mental health support
  • Group facilitation
  • Data collection
  • Child development
  • Care coordination
  • Program delivery
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Community outreach
  • Team collaboration
  • Healthcare navigation
  • Maternal health
  • Social Justice advocacy
  • Community-based resources
  • Encounter documentation
  • Health promotion
  • Care plan development
  • Training skills

Certification

  • Certified Community Health Worker
  • Certified Doula 9/25
  • Certified Diabetes Lifestyle Coach 02/24
  • Perinatal Community Health Worker, Maternal Care Coalition, 06/23
  • Community Health Worker, Temple University, Center for Social Policy & Community Development, 07/16
  • Forensic Peer Specialist, Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 07/14
  • Wellness Recovery Action Plan facilitator, Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities, 01/14
  • Peer Specialist, Institute for Recovery & Community Integration, 05/12

Accomplishments

  • Women's Way Gender Wealth Institute Fellow Graduate, 09/01/22
  • New Voice for Reproductive Justice, Cohort Graduate, RJ Ignite, 10/01/23

Volunteer Experience

Board of Directors, Women's Way, 09/01/23

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Lead Community Health Worker

Health Federation of Philadelphia
01.2024 - Current

Community Health Worker

Christopher's Hospital for Children
10.2021 - 01.2024

Community Health Worker, Population Health

Temple Health System
11.2020 - 10.2021

Peer Specialist

Drexel Partnership Comprehensive Care
03.2020 - 11.2021

Community Health Specialist

Einstein Healthcare Network
04.2019 - 02.2020

Peer Specialist

Temple University, College of Public Health
02.2018 - 03.2019

Associates - Human Services

Harcum College

High School Diploma - Law and Government

Germantown High School