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 Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
• 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.

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Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

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 (Level I)
• Completed certified CHW training program (Level II)
• Four (4) years of experience as a CHW (Level II)
• CHW certification from ARCHWA (Level III)
• Nine (9) years of experience as a CHW (Level III)

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