Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker

Find your purpose changing the lives of those in our community as a Community Health Worker! The Community Health Worker is a member of the community who applies their unique understanding of the experience language and/or culture to communicate a comprehensive health education program to diverse members of the community specifically within educational partnership with patients and families. The Community Health Worker will be responsible for assisting patients with a variety of care coordination activities. Activities will vary based on patient need but basic functions will include helping patients navigate the healthcare system understand and be connected to CentraCare to eliminate barriers to care. The Community Health Worker will carry out these responsibilities in both a clinic and a limited community setting. In this position you will be the bridge to all communities focused on clinic.

Schedule: Full-time | 80 hours every two weeks Monday-Friday 8am-5pm Occasional community events on evenings or weekends

Pay and Benefits: Starting pay begins at 19.91 per hour exact wage determined by years of related experience Pay range: 19.91 29.87 per hour Full-time benefits: Medical dental PTO retirement employee discounts and more!

Education: Associate Degree in health promotion community health licensed practical nurse or certified medical assistant program. At least two years of experience working in healthcare with community involvement in lieu of degree.

Qualifications: 2-4 years of experience in community outreach preferably with the target audience and culture. Working knowledge of various systems of health care in the community. A valid Minnesota drivers license a driving record in good standing and the minimum amount of insurance liability coverage may be required. Basic Life Support (BLS) Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Healthcare Provider card per established policy. Required Bachelor's Degree in appropriate subject matter preferred. Community Health Worker certification preferred. LPN or CMA or other MN license in related healthcare field preferred. Prefer experience with culture-related learning principles and effective communication methods. Awareness of the barriers faced by uninsured and underinsured patients along with knowledge of county and state level social services and community resources available to support them. Experience in navigating complex healthcare systems and services. Competency in English and a second language with the ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including but not limited to individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.