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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Senior Community Health Worker
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The Senior Community Health Worker serves as a key connector between underserved communities and health/social service systems, focusing on promoting health equity, and improving care coordination . This position is responsible for outreach , community member or patient advocacy and care coordination while also serv ing as a peer mentor and resource for other Community Health Workers. Senior Community Health Workers may work in a variety of settings, including serving in the community or assisting patients in physician practices based on specific market design.
Essential Job Functions
Builds trusting relationships with individuals and communities to mediate between individuals and health/social service systems. Identifies and engages individuals and families in need through outreach activities and community events.
Evaluates the specific needs and challenges faced by community members, including health, social, and educational needs. Identif ies barriers such as housing, food insecurity, and transportation challenges, and connect s individuals to appropriate resources .
Appl ies specialized knowledge , including but not limited to maternal health, diabetes management, behavioral health, or social drivers of health to provide targeted education and resource navigation.
Serve s as a peer mentor and subject matter resource by offering guidance on handling sensitive or escalated situations .
May c onduct outreach activities, including home visits and participation in community health fairs and local events, to build awareness and engage underserved populations.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date records to support advocacy efforts, monitor outcomes, and contribute to program evaluation.
May perform or assist with health education and/or basic health screenings, such as blood pressure and glucose checks, under appropriate supervision.
Provides support to ongoing community health programs . Identifies trends, gaps, and emerging needs in the community and provide s feedback to leaders to inform continuous improvement and outreach strategies.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification in the state of practice ( required)
Valid driver's license with good driving record (required, South Carolina only)
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
Bachelor's degree in Social Work , Public Health, Psychology, or related field (preferred)
Work Experience
1 year experience as a Community Health Worker ( required)
3 years of recent experience in a community outreach or healthcare setting (preferred)
Training
None
Language
Bilingual based on market needs (preferred)
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur .
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse .
May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust , wind, etc.
May have periods of constant interruptions .
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious…