Community Health Worker

Community Health Worker (CHW)/Credentialing AssistantThe Community Health Worker (CHW) is a front-line public health worker who performs a wide variety of duties at the paraprofessional level to engage, support, advocate and educate community members in overall health and wellness. The CHW/Credentialing Assistant serves as a liaison or link between health and social services and the community to facilitate access and improve health outcomes by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support and advocacy.Position is temporarily on hold only accepting applications.Details of Education and Skills:Associate degree from an accredited college or university, or one to two years related experience and/or training.Ability to create and edit documents in Microsoft Office.Experience communicating logically and clearly both orally and in writing.Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational, planning skills and ability to multi-task.Special Requirement:Applicant must successfully complete Level 1 Community Health Worker training with 90 days of hire.Bi-lingual (English/Spanish or English / Creole)