9021NE - Contracted Community Health Worker (Non-Exempt)
About The Position
The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a trusted frontline public health professional who connects individuals and families impacted by substance use disorder (SUD) to health, social, and recovery-support services. Working within The HUB Recovery Community Center, the CHW addresses social determinants of health, reduces barriers to care, and supports participant stabilization through education, navigation, and follow-up. This position supports the Floyd County Health Department’s responsibilities under Kentucky Public Health Transformation, emphasizing prevention, health equity, and community-based interventions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or relevant certification preferred
- CHW certification or willingness to obtain certification
- Experience working with vulnerable populations, public health, social services, or community outreach preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct outreach, intake support, and needs assessments for HUB participants
- Assist participants in accessing healthcare, behavioral health, SUD treatment, harm reduction services, housing, food assistance, transportation, childcare, and employment resources
- Provide warm handoffs and follow-up to ensure successful connections to services
- Deliver culturally responsive education related to overdose prevention, communicable disease prevention, chronic disease management, and wellness
- Support participants in understanding care plans, appointments, and referrals
- Promote engagement in HUB programs, recovery supports, and workforce readiness activities
- Coordinate with peers, case managers, healthcare providers, and community partners
- Document services, referrals, and outcomes in accordance with health department and grant requirements
- Support data collection for performance measurement and reporting
- Participate in multidisciplinary teams addressing public health priorities
- Assist with community events, outreach initiatives, and emergency response efforts as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
