Community Health Worker

Job Title Community Health Worker (Hybrid / Remote) Job Location Type Hybrid Job Location Hybrid Additional Service Areas Hunterdon County, NJ & Rural Mercer County, NJ Mowana Care is hiring compassionate, relationship‑driven Community Health Workers (CHWs) to support pregnant and postpartum individuals and families through outreach, care navigation, maternal wellness support, and community‑based advocacy. We are seeking individuals who can build trust with families, healthcare providers, and community organizations while helping underserved communities navigate healthcare and social support systems. Employment Type Full‑Time and Part‑Time Opportunities Available Schedule Flexible scheduling within standard weekday business hours Occasional evenings/community events may be required Hybrid and remote opportunities available. Candidates do not need to reside in Hunterdon or Mercer County; however, hybrid staff must be willing to travel occasionally throughout rural service areas for outreach, meetings, home visits, community engagement, and partner coordination. Key Responsibilities Conduct community outreach and engagement Build trust‑based relationships with clients and families Conduct Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screenings Provide care navigation and referrals Support maternal health and behavioral health coordination Conduct follow‑up support and resource connection Collaborate with healthcare providers and community organizations Maintain accurate documentation and client records Participate in community events and outreach activities Ideal Candidates Are Compassionate and people‑centered Strong communicators and relationship‑builders Resourceful and proactive problem‑solvers Comfortable supporting underserved populations Passionate about maternal and family wellness Able to work independently and collaboratively Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required Experience in community outreach, healthcare navigation, social services, peer support, or related work preferred Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply Experience working with maternal health, behavioral health, or underserved communities is a plus Required Training All hired Community Health Workers are required to complete onboarding requirements and NJDOH‑required Community Health Worker training, including enrollment in and/or completion of the Colette Lamothe‑Galette Community Health Worker Institute (CLG‑CHWI) training program during the grant period. Opportunity to support families and underserved communities Community Health Worker training support provided Growth opportunities within a growing healthcare/community organization Apply using the link below Mowana Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We strongly encourage individuals with diverse lived experiences, bilingual abilities, community ties, and backgrounds reflective of the communities we serve to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mowana Care