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
English and spanish language skills
Community outreach experience
The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and community members while addressing disparities in Arkansas

Job Summary

  • The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and community members while addressing disparities in Arkansas.
  • Level III CHWs are responsible for mentoring Level I and II workers and leading multidisciplinary teams using a community-based participatory research approach.
  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, retirement matching up to 10%, and education discounts.

Matching Summary

The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and community members while addressing disparities in Arkansas.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High School diploma or GED
  • English and Spanish language skills
  • Community outreach experience
  • Case management support
  • Cultural competency in healthcare

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring junior staff members
  • Participatory research approach
  • Chronic disease management support
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Advocacy for hard-to-reach populations

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED required
  • 2-9 years of relevant experience depending on level
  • Certified CHW Training Program enrollment within 45 days (Level I)
  • ARCHWA certification required for Level III
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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

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