Community Health Worker

Trinity Health•Boise, ID

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Alphonsus Health System is seeking a PRN Community Health Worker for its mobile health clinic serving rural and underserved communities in Western Idaho and Eastern Oregon. The clinic provides free healthcare and vaccination services at locations such as migrant farms, homeless shelters, and community partner sites. The clinic operates similarly to an urgent care and is staffed by a provider, registered nurse, and medical assistant. The CHW supports marginalized populations, including patients whose first language may not be English, and serves as a liaison among patients, the healthcare system, and community organizations. The role includes screening for health-related social needs, documenting in Epic, connecting patients with local resources, and following up to support their ongoing health and well-being. This as-needed position requires full orientation and training, including in-person classes at Boise Regional Medical Center. The employee is expected to work five mobile clinic shifts per month, with the opportunity to work up to 16 additional hours per week on other CHW programs and projects. Clinics typically operate from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and rotate among Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays; occasional Saturday clinics may be offered. Some clinics may run into the evening or on weekends, with pay differentials when available. The position involves travel to clinic sites, setup and breakdown of equipment, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions. Mileage reimbursement is available for travel to and from clinic sites. The PRN position does not qualify for benefits but does qualify for retirement and employee discounts.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Complete Community Health Worker training or certification within six months of employment.
At least one year of community involvement experience, including volunteer experience.
Demonstrated lived experience and/or cultural background relevant to the patient community served, such as experience with poverty, food insecurity, housing instability, or substance use.
Ability to perform physical activity, including lifting and carrying equipment during clinic setup and breakdown.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual Spanish and English skills are highly desired.
Medical interpreter certification is preferred but not required.
Enjoys taking initiative and pursuing leadership opportunities.
Comfort working in a mobile clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Serve as a liaison between the healthcare system, community organizations, and patients, particularly patients with identified social needs.
Connect patients with local resources and support.
Conduct screenings for health-related social needs.
Document in real time in the Epic electronic health record system.
Follow up with patients to support their ongoing health and well-being.
Complete setup and breakdown of the mobile clinic, including lifting and carrying equipment in and out of RVs or vans.
Attend required orientation and training, including in-person classes at Boise Regional Medical Center.