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
Provide education and resources
Health education to patients
Community-based participatory research
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking Community Health Workers (CHWs) at various levels to provide education and resources to patients and local communities in El Dorado, Arkansas. The ideal candidates should possess strong outreach skills, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and have relevant experience in community health work

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.
  • The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking Community Health Workers (CHWs) at various levels to provide education and resources to patients and local communities in El Dorado, Arkansas. The ideal candidates should possess strong outreach skills, be bilingual in English and Spanish, and have relevant experience in community health work.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • provide education and resources
  • health education to patients
  • community-based participatory research
  • culturally appropriate outreach
  • multidisciplinary outreach team

Nice-to-have

  • teamwork and diversity
  • collaborative health care organization
  • mentoring and supervision

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED
  • Two (2) years of general experience
  • Must enroll in a certified CHW Training Program
  • 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

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Tailored Resume

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