Community Health Worker

LOWER LIGHTS CHRISTIAN HEALTH CENTER INC • Columbus, OH

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Lower Lights Christian Health Center (LLCHC) transforms the overall health of Central Ohio, serving one individual at a time. We are focused on whole-person wellness, available to ALL in Central Ohio who need it, regardless of ability to pay! In 2019 alone, we served over 12,000 patients - with 40% being uninsured - and totaled 50,000+ medical encounters! Operating out of seven locations, we offer medical care (primary care, dental, vision, OB/GYN, telehealth), behavioral health care, 340B pharmacy, nutritional assistance programs, and more. Working hours are Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday morning coverage.

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a frontline health professional responsible for addressing the social determinants of health affecting patients. This role collaborates with clinical and medical staff to provide compassionate, one-on-one support to patients and families. The CHW works to build individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and promoting self-sufficiency. This position requires strict adherence to confidentiality and alignment with the mission, values, policies, and procedures of Lower Lights Christian Health Center.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate degree preferred
• Community Health Worker certification required
• Experience: 1–3 years of relevant community experience preferred
• Experience working in a team-based environment
• Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively
• Valid Ohio driver’s license
• Reliable transportation with business auto insurance
• Proficiency in computer use and internet navigation
• Ability to work with diverse cultural, religious, and socioeconomic populations
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines
• High level of initiative, critical thinking, and independent judgment
• Ability to serve as a liaison between communities, agencies, and healthcare providers
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with interdisciplinary teams and patients with varying needs
• Ability to stay up to date on changing Medicaid qualification guidelines and ensure accurate eligibility determinations

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

• Eligibility Screening and Application Assistance
• Referral & Coordination of Care Process
• Administrative Responsibilities
• Additional Responsibilities

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, vision, dental, life, disability
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays and CME
• Student loan forgiveness opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to various consultants
• 3% match toward retirement fund
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees