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Community Health Worker

UW Health
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 12 Mar 2024

About the role

Work Schedule

100% FTE, 40 hours per week.  Scheduled shift are 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday.  Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

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We are seeking a Community Health Worker to:

  • Serve as a community advocate and conduct case management, manage ongoing referrals, identify and determine eligibility for resources, and aid in the completion of applications for services when appropriate 
  • Provide social support while helping patients and their families to navigate and access community services and other resources, adopt healthy behaviors, and facilitate continuity of care by providing client follow-up. 
  • The Dane County Health Council is seeking a Community Health Worker to serve as a community advocate and/or liaison. Responsibilities will include conducting case management, managing ongoing referrals, identifying and determining eligibility for resources, and aiding in the completion of applications for services when appropriate to help address Black maternal and child health inequities.

Education:

Minimum – High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred – Associate Degree in health care or related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum – One (1) year of experience in community outreach, health education, or in a role representing or supporting local community agencies.

Preferred –

  • Three (3) years of experience in community outreach, health education, or in a role representing or supporting local community agencies.
  • Previous experience in a health care setting.

Licenses and Certifications:

Preferred – Community Health Worker certificate or training.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.  EOE, including disability/veterans.

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