Community Health Worker

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Community Health Worker, you will be a cornerstone in driving healthy behaviors and improving health equity within our community, especially for high-risk and underserved populations. You will lead outreach efforts, implement vital health programs, and act as a crucial link between individuals and essential healthcare services in our Foundation Funded Employees department.

Every day you will conduct outreach for various health initiatives, advising individuals and groups on critical issues like diabetes, obesity, prevention, immunization, and childcare. You will identify and contact members of high-risk groups (e.g., minorities, low-income, pregnant women), providing one-on-one coaching and cultural mediation related to health services.

To be successful in this role, you will have a High School GED or High School Graduate qualification. You must be computer literate and possess strong customer service orientation with the ability to handle highly confidential information. Required skills include the ability to work independently, set priorities, manage work within timeframes, and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a positive mental attitude.

• Empower participants to achieve their health goals through one-on-one coaching, adapting styles to individual learning preferences, culture, background, and beliefs.

• Collaboratively identify unique risks, needs, and barriers related to healthy behaviors, chronic diseases (e.g., diabetes, heart disease, depression, arthritis) with participants.

• Develop and evaluate personalized, participant-centered action plans, reviewing and adjusting them as needed to ensure ongoing progress and support.

• Demonstrate active listening by creating a safe and supportive space for individuals to share challenges and concerns, showing empathy for their experiences.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate/GED

• Certified Community Health Worker training

• Complete Community Health Worker Certification within six (6) months of hire

• One (1) year of experience working with the community

• Experience working in a multicultural setting

• Electronic health record (EHR) experience

• Arizona Driver's License

Preferred

• At least two (2) years of experience resourcing and engaging with non-profits or community-based organizations

• Previous experience in a clinical capacity or providing direct patient care (such asCertified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant)

• Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish or English/any other language relevant to the community served)

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Imagine working in an environment where your experience and dedication truly makes a difference, guided by Dignity Health's profound values: Dignity, Justice, Stewardship, Collaboration, and Quality. Here, patient-first care isn't just a motto – it's our daily practice. As a leading 443-bed acute care hospital, we champion interdisciplinary teamwork and the highest standards of safety, because our patients, and you, deserve nothing less.

For over 50 years, Chandler Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has been a trusted partner to the vibrant East Valley community. This means you'll be joining a stable, growing organization with a rich history of service and innovation. We're passionate about your professional growth, offering extensive training, comprehensive resources, and abundant career advancement opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

If you're a dedicated, compassionate professional eager for a dynamic, patient-centered career with one of Arizona's 'Most Admired Companies,' and you thrive in a truly supportive environment, we invite you to discover how your passion can transform lives at CRMC. Explore our opportunities and become a part of a team that celebrates you.

Pay Range

$22.50 - $28.50/hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.