Community Health Worker

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY/BASIC PURPOSE OF JOB: Under supervision, the Community Health Worker I (CHW I) provides health education, disease management education, health care and social service navigation services, and/or case management services to patients/community residents
MINIMUM EDUCATION:
 High school diploma or GED. MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:
 One year of health education, health care, or related experience preferred.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
 Ability to provide health education, one-on-one and in groups.
 Ability to provide case management under supervision.
 Familiarity with and/or experience with working in Chicago’s West Side and/or South Side communities (resident of West Side or South Side communities preferred).
 Passion for and dedication to working with community members and providers.
 Ability to connect and build trust with diverse patient/participant population.
 Demonstrated commitment to racial and health equity.
 Punctual, reliable, and willing to learn.
 Working understanding of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.
 Valid driver’s license and own car preferred (required for some positions).
 Bilingual in Spanish may be required for some positions.
• Hours are flexible but will include some evening and weekend hours scheduled in advance. .