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
High school diploma or ged
Community outreach experience
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 mentor and directly supervise Community Health Workers I and II while leading outreach initiatives.
  • UAMS 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 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
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Community outreach experience
  • Case management skills
  • Cultural competency

Nice-to-have

  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Community-based participatory research approach
  • Mentoring junior staff members
  • Chronic disease management support

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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