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 required
English and spanish language skills preferred
Experience in community outreach and education
The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community members

Job Summary

  • The Community Health Worker will provide education, resources, and health education to patients and local community members.
  • Level III CHWs will mentor and directly supervise Community Health Workers I and II while leading multidisciplinary outreach teams.
  • UAMS offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 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 members.

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 required
  • English and Spanish language skills preferred
  • Experience in community outreach and education
  • Case management and care coordination skills
  • Cultural competency and adaptability

Nice-to-have

  • Mentoring and supervising junior staff
  • Community-based participatory research experience
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Ability to conduct windshield surveys
  • Advocacy strategies for unmet needs

Key Requirements

  • High School diploma/GED minimum qualification
  • 2 years general experience for Level I
  • 4 years CHW experience for Level II
  • 9 years CHW experience for Level III
  • CHW certification from ARCHWA for Level III
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

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

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