Community Health Worker

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Health Worker (CHW) to join Lend a Hand, part of our growing care management program! Our CHWs provide culturally appropriate complex care management in the primary care setting. We work with each patient for approximately 6 months, helping them to overcome barriers, navigate the healthcare system, and make meaningful progress toward health-related goals. If you are passionate about improving health outcomes and working as part of a patient-centered team, consider joining us!

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in accessing resources and services
• Support disease self‑management
• Coordinate culturally‑appropriate care and services
• Help patients overcome barriers to care
• Guide patients in navigating the healthcare system
• Support patients in making meaningful progress toward health‑related goals

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred
• License/Certifications: If driving is required for the role, a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and personal vehicle for use are required
• Experience: Two years of experience working in a social service or health care setting (or equivalent educational setting) preferred

Qualifications

Must be a resident of the community being served with good knowledge of the resources of that community.

Skills

• Basic computer skills preferred
• Health care management experience advantageous

Benefits

• Paid parental