Community Health Worker I/ii/iii (el Dorado, Ar)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

El Dorado, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
High school diploma or ged required
English and spanish language skills preferred
Outreach to hard-to-reach populations
The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community-based organizations in Arkansas

Job Summary

  • The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community-based organizations in Arkansas.
  • Level III CHWs will mentor and directly supervise Community Health Workers I and II while leading multidisciplinary outreach teams.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts for eligible staff.

Matching Summary

The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community-based organizations in Arkansas.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement match up to 10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • English and Spanish language skills preferred
  • Outreach to hard-to-reach populations
  • Cultural adaptation of educational materials
  • Case management and care coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with community asset mapping
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration skills
  • Mentoring junior staff members
  • Knowledge of chronic disease management
  • Participatory research approach experience

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED minimum
  • 2 years general experience for Level I
  • 4 years CHW experience for Level II
  • 9 years CHW experience for Level III
  • CHW certification from ARCHWA for Level III
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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