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

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

El Dorado, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Community outreach
Health education
Case management support
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking Community Health Workers (CHWs) for its El Dorado, Arkansas location, with varying levels of responsibility based on experience and certification. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in community outreach and health education, with a preference for bilingual abilities in English and Spanish

Job Summary

  • The Community Health Worker (CHW) will provide education, resources, and health education to patients, local community-based organizations, and community members.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only), Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS.
  • This position requires collaboration with various team members on multiple projects aimed at addressing public health responses and providing culturally appropriate outreach to hard-to-reach populations.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking Community Health Workers (CHWs) for its El Dorado, Arkansas location, with varying levels of responsibility based on experience and certification. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in community outreach and health education, with a preference for bilingual abilities in English and Spanish.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Community outreach
  • Health education
  • Case management support
  • Culturally appropriate outreach
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Community-informed approach
  • Community-based participatory research
  • Mentoring and supervision

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Two (2) years of general experience
  • Must enroll in a certified CHW Training Program within 45 days of employment
  • Completed certified CHW training program
  • Four (4) years of experience as a CHW
  • Mastered all CHW Competencies for Level I
  • CHW certification from ARCHWA
  • Nine (9) years of experience as a CHW

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter