Community Health Worker -ACWIH (Jefferson CO.)
About The Position
The Community Health Worker position with the Arkansas Center for Women & Infant Health Women’s Clinic supports improved health outcomes for women, infants, and families across Arkansas. The role addresses health disparities, empowers communities, and provides education and resources tailored to diverse populations. The CHW works with multidisciplinary teams and local organizations to develop culturally relevant, community-driven solutions and engage communities, including populations that are difficult to reach. Applicants must live in, have strong connections in, and be willing to commute daily to Jefferson County. Reliable transportation, a working cell phone, and internet access are essential. The CHW must enroll in a certified CHW Training Program within 45 days of employment. The position also collaborates with the Program Director to help ensure the program meets or exceeds accreditation requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two years of general experience in community outreach, education, case management, or administration.
- Enroll in a certified CHW Training Program within 45 days of employment.
- Reside in or be willing to commute daily to Jefferson County; applicants must also have strong connections in the service area.
- Reliable transportation, a working cell phone, and internet access.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience in community outreach, public health, or related fields.
- Proficiency in case management and group education.
- Knowledge of health disparities and culturally appropriate outreach strategies.
- Organizational and multitasking abilities.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Program Director to ensure the program meets or exceeds accreditation requirements.
- Conduct outreach to individuals, communities, service providers, and groups.
- Identify and recruit individuals, families, and community groups to services and systems.
- Educate health and social service systems and providers about community perspectives and cultural norms.
- Facilitate cross-cultural communication among individuals, communities, and health and social service system workers.
- Translate and culturally adapt resources and educational materials.
- Coordinate care, provide case management support, and assist individuals and communities in navigating health and social service systems.
- Participate in designing, implementing, and interpreting community-level assessments, such as windshield surveys and community asset mapping.
- Present at local agencies and community events to share information and educate individuals and communities about health and social service concerns and resources.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
- Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
- Retirement contribution matched up to 10% by UAMS.
- Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
- Career training and educational opportunities.
- Merchant discounts.
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
