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Community Health Worker

AIDS Healthcare Foundation · Chicago, IL · 2 days ago
HealthcareFull-time

The Community Health Worker

Contributes to AHF by delivering comprehensive prevention and health services that address both medical and educational needs, particularly for communities facing systemic barriers such as LGBTQ+ individuals, Latine communities, youth, and people who use substances.

  • Deliver direct care, facilitate testing and treatment, offer education, and link clients to essential services.
  • Build trust and empower individuals to take charge of their health through a compassionate and culturally responsive approach.
  • Reduce disparities and advance AHF's mission to promote health equity and dignity for all.

Community Health Worker Enhances Reputation

  • Serve as a trusted and compassionate representative within the community.
  • Build strong relationships and foster trust in AHF's services.
  • Empower individuals with knowledge, connect them to care, and provide respectful, high-quality support.
  • Reinforce AHF's reputation as an organization committed to health equity, dignity, and the well-being of those impacted by HIV.

Key Responsibilities

  • Be a passionate advocate for AHF's top initiatives.
  • Ensure the AHF Core Values and Mission stay top of mind with all work done.
  • Collaborate with prevention staff, clinicians, and outreach teams to coordinate services and share insights.
  • Foster an environment of mutual respect, open communication, and shared purpose within the department.

Core Values and Mission

  • Ensure the AHF Core Values and Mission stay top of mind with all work done.
  • Collaborate with prevention staff, clinicians, and outreach teams to coordinate services and share insights.
  • Foster an environment of mutual respect, open communication, and shared purpose within the department.

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