Community Health Worker

The Community Health Worker is a member of the Community Health Team and acts as link to community-based organizations to facilitate patient access to health/social services. 

Requirements:

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in a social science, research or public health-related field preferred.

High School diploma and a combination of training and skills to effectively carry out responsibilities and assignments (such as previous experience working with patients in a community-based setting).

Community Health Worker Certification required

Experience with accessing social service resources, healthcare navigation, or case management preferred.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows Operating System and Microsoft Word required.

Experience working with patients regarding managing their health, navigating systems, and providing care coordination is preferred.