Community Health Worker I (Craighead CO.)

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Arkansas Center for Women & Infant Health in an impactful role as a Community Health Worker (CHW)! This position is central to improving health outcomes for women, infants, and families across Arkansas. As a CHW, you will be on the front lines of addressing health disparities, empowering communities, and delivering education and resources tailored to the unique needs of diverse populations. As a CHW, you will work alongside multidisciplinary teams, collaborate with local organizations, and play a pivotal role in creating culturally relevant, community-driven solutions. Whether you're engaging with hard-to-reach populations, delivering group education, or shaping public health responses, your work will directly contribute to healthier communities and stronger families.
The CHW role at the Arkansas Center for Women & Infant Health Women’s Clinic offers an opportunity to make a difference. Apply today and be a catalyst for change!
Applicants must live, have strong connections in, and be willing to commute daily to one of the following service area:
• Craighead County

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two (2) years of general experience in community outreach, education, case management, and/or administration.
• Must enroll in a certified CHW Training Program within 45 days of employment
• Reliable transportation, a working cell phone, and internet access are essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in community outreach, public health, or related fields.
• Ability to mentor and supervise team members (CHW III).
• Proficiency in case management and group education.
• Knowledge of health disparities and culturally appropriate outreach strategies.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Program Director to ensure that the program meets or exceeds all accreditation requirements.
• Conducts outreach to individuals, communities, service providers, and groups
• Identifies and recruits individuals, families, and community groups to services and systems
• Educates health and social service systems and providers about community perspectives and cultural norms
• Facilitates cross-cultural communication among individuals, communities, and health/social service system workers
• Responsible for the translation and cultural adaptions of resources and educational materials
• Coordinates care, provides case management support and assists individuals and communities in navigating health and social service systems
• Participates in design, implementation, and interpretation of community-level assessments (e.g. windshield survey of community assets and challenges, community asset mapping)
• Presents at local agencies and community events to share information and educate individuals and communities about health and social service concerns and resources

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED