Community Health Worker

Virginia Information Technologies Agency • Lynchburg, VA

4d • $19 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Central Virginia Health District is seeking a Community Health Worker who will focus on home-visiting for our BabyCare Program with an emphasis on high needs clientele. Candidates must be familiar with local community resources and be able to effectively communicate with community member.

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is an integral member of the health district public health team, providing support to individuals and families both in clinic settings and within the community. The CHW works to connect community members to essential resources and services, with the goal of improving overall health and enhancing quality of life. Serving as a liaison between the community and healthcare services, the CHW focuses on providing culturally sensitive care and communication, especially to priority populations.

Key responsibilities include facilitating health improvement initiatives, health promotion and education, and the development and support of health programs. The CHW plays a critical role in disease prevention activities, capacity building, and service coordination. They are also involved in program evaluation to assess effectiveness and community impact. The CHW collaborates with community networks and partners to identify, prioritize, and implement public health initiatives that have the greatest potential for positive impact.
This position requires strong community engagement skills, the ability to navigate and coordinate services, and a commitment to fostering health equity and improving the overall well-being of the population.

This is a restricted position, which is solely grant funded. The availability of funding is scheduled to be reviewed annually and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-general funds.

This is a wage position with a limitation of 1500/hrs per year. A valid Virginia driver’s license and personal vehicle is required.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the various social, economic, and environmental factors that influence individual and community health, including disparities in access to resources and services.
• Familiarity with the impact of mental and behavioral health on physical health outcomes, including an understanding of common mental health issues and how they intersect with physical health needs.
• Basic knowledge of public health practices, epidemiology, disease prevention, health promotion, and social service systems, including the roles of government agencies and community organizations in addressing health needs.
• Experience working with priority or underserved communities, with an understanding of relevant unique challenges and resources.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations, recognizing and respecting cultural norms, practices, and values within the community.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal formats using plain language that is accessible to individuals from diverse backgrounds. This includes the ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different communities served.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, community members, and stakeholders. Strong team collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Ability to operate a personal computer and use internet-based tools and applications for data entry, communication, and research
• A valid Virginia driver’s license and personal vehicle is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience and/or knowledge of substance use disorders.
• Experience working with prenatal and/or postpartum populations.
• Spanish bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating health improvement initiatives
• Health promotion and education
• Development and support of health programs
• Disease prevention activities
• Capacity building
• Service coordination
• Program evaluation to assess effectiveness and community impact
• Collaborating with community networks and partners to identify, prioritize, and implement public health initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed