Community Health Worker - Springfield Women's Health - Physician Office

About the position

The Community Health Worker (CHW) role is an entry-level position that focuses on direct client support, outreach, and engagement to improve community health outcomes. CHW1s serve as liaisons between clients and health and social service systems, providing culturally appropriate health education and addressing basic social determinants of health.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with individuals and communities to mediate between clients and health/social service systems.
• Perform basic health screenings, such as blood pressure and glucose checks, under appropriate supervision.
• Assist clients in navigating healthcare and social service systems, including scheduling appointments and understanding insurance.
• Identify barriers such as housing, food insecurity, and transportation challenges, and connect clients to appropriate resources.
• Advocate for clients by facilitating referrals to health and social services, ensuring seamless access to support programs.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records to support advocacy efforts, monitor outcomes, and contribute to program evaluation.
• Conduct outreach activities, including home visits and participation in community health fairs, to engage underserved populations.
• Provide informal counseling and social support to clients, helping them develop self-management skills.
• Participate in regular training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.

Requirements

• Certified Community Health Worker - Ohio CHW Certificate.
• CHW certification is required within 12 months of hire.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience.
• Valid Ohio driver's license and one year of driving experience with no traffic citations.
• Valid automobile insurance.
• Sensitivity and experience in working within different cultures.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
• Proficient with computers and accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently or with little supervision.
• Ability to separate personal from professional interactions with clients and maintain professional/ethical boundaries.
• Ability to document client interactions with accuracy and in a timely manner.
• Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans.
• Prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance with AD&D.
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible.
• Paid time off.
• Educational Assistance.