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About The Position
Katy Trail Community Health is hiring an Infectious Disease Community Health Worker (CHW) to connect patients with healthcare services, provide education and community outreach, advocate for patients’ needs, and help reduce barriers to care. The CHW works closely with patients and other healthcare professionals to support patients in achieving their health and wellness goals. Employment offers are contingent on passing a pre-employment drug screening, including testing negative for THC and all other substances in the screening panel. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; the organization does not sponsor or transfer employment visas. Katy Trail Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of a Community Health Worker training program, or willingness to complete training within 12 months of employment.
- Experience working with diverse and underserved populations.
- Knowledge of healthcare and social service resources.
- Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting and empowering others.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Pass the pre-employment drug screening, including testing negative for all substances in the screening panel, including THC.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in community health, healthcare, outreach, or human services.
- Bilingual in English, Spanish, or Russian.
Responsibilities
- Connect patients with essential healthcare services.
- Provide education and community outreach.
- Advocate for patients’ needs.
- Help reduce barriers to care.
- Work with patients and healthcare professionals to support patients in achieving their health and wellness goals.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
