Community Health Worker

Role Overview

• Spend approximately 65% of your time in the field (homes, community sites, events)
• Conduct outreach, assessments, and direct member engagement
• Travel within assigned county to meet members and community partners
• Support health education, care navigation, and resource coordination
• Facilitate group sessions and community-based activities
• Document services and interactions in real-time
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop Plans of Care
• Provide ongoing support and follow-up with members
• Assist members with care navigation, appointments, and service coordination
• Support transitions of care and continuity of services
• Deliver health education and coaching to improve self-management
• Assist members in understanding healthcare systems and accessing services
• Address barriers such as transportation, language, and access to care
• Conduct outreach to identify and engage high-risk, hard-to-reach populations
• Participate in community events, wellness fairs, and outreach initiatives
• Coordinate mobile health clinics, vaccination drives, and community activities
• Build trust within the community and support program awareness
• Facilitate group sessions and workshops on health-related topics
• Provide education on prevention, mental health, substance use, and wellness
• Support community-based learning and engagement initiatives
• Assist members with enrollment in public assistance programs
• Provide advocacy to improve access to care and services
• Support members in navigating complex healthcare and social systems
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all services and interactions
• Complete required reporting and billing documentation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including RNs and licensed providers
• Participate in case conferences and team meetings

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community health, social services, or related field
• Strong understanding of community resources and social determinants of health
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and engagement skills
• Proficiency in electronic health records and basic computer systems
• Bilingual skills preferred (Spanish or other relevant languages)
• Must be proficient in technology, including documentation systems, EHR platforms, and communication tools
• Ability to document in real-time and manage multiple systems effectively
• Ability to travel extensively within assigned county
• Must reside within assigned service area
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for community events
• Ability to work in a hybrid, field-based environment
• Possess a valid California Driver’s License (Class C minimum)
• Maintain a personal, operable vehicle for daily business use
• Maintain current liability insurance that meets California’s minimum legal requirements
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) background check prior to employment

Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $21.00 – $24.00 per hour
• Monthly stipend
• 160 hours PTO + paid sick time
• 11 paid holidays (including birthday and floating holiday)
• 4 paid volunteer hours per month
• 90% employer-paid employee-only medical benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-term & long-term disability, AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Quarterly in-person events
• Employee discount programs