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...
English and spanish language proficiency preferred
High school diploma or ged required
Conduct community outreach and recruitment activities
The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community-based organizations

Job Summary

  • The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community-based organizations.
  • Level III CHWs will plan, create, and deliver outreach materials while mentoring Community Health Workers I and II.
  • UAMS offers benefits including medical, dental, vision plans, up to 10% retirement match, and education discounts.

Matching Summary

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

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • English and Spanish language proficiency preferred
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Conduct community outreach and recruitment activities

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in culturally appropriate health education
  • Ability to mentor junior community health workers
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED
  • 2 years general experience for Level I
  • 4 years CHW experience for Level II
  • 9 years CHW experience for Level III
  • Certified CHW Training Program enrollment within 45 days (Level I)
  • Completed certified CHW training program (Level II)
  • 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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