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

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

El Dorado, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience
English and spanish speaking ability preferred
Community-informed approach
Culturally appropriate outreach
The Community Health Worker (CHW) will provide education, resources, and health education to patients, local community-based organizations, and community members

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.
  • 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

The Community Health Worker (CHW) will provide education, resources, and health education to patients, local community-based organizations, and community members.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • English and Spanish speaking ability preferred
  • Community-informed approach
  • Culturally appropriate outreach
  • Multidisciplinary outreach team

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity championing
  • Collaborative healthcare organization

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Two (2) years of general experience
  • Enroll in certified CHW Training Program within 45 days
  • Completed certified CHW training program
  • Four (4) years of experience as a CHW
  • Mastered all CHW Competencies for Level I
  • CHW certification from ARCHWA
  • Mastered all CHW Competencies for Level 1 & II
  • Nine (9) years of experience as a CHW

Work Rights

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

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter