Community Health Coordinator Position Available In Hamilton, Tennessee
Tallo's Job Summary: The Community Health Coordinator position at Cherokee Health Systems in Chattanooga, TN, offers a full-time schedule, Monday to Friday, with no weekends, nights, or major holidays. Pay starts at $18 per hour with bonus opportunities available. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, linking patients with community resources, providing crisis intervention, and offering emotional support. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field, with previous experience in case management preferred. Join a nonprofit organization focused on community health with a comprehensive benefits package and a dedicated team.
Job Description
Community Health Coordinator
Regular Full Time
Professional
Chattanooga, Chattanooga, TN, US
+2 More Locations
18 days ago
Requisition ID:
1559 Community Health Coordinator Monday to Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm (no weekends, nights, or major holidays) Full-time, 40/hour per week Pay starts at $18 an hour with bonus opportunities immediately after hire.
Locations available:
Chattanooga, Lenoir City and Maynardville, TN, In-Person Who we are: Cherokee Health Systems is a comprehensive Federally Qualified Health Center caring for over 70,000 patients across 13 counties in Tennessee. We provide integrated primary medical, behavioral, dental, optometry, and clinical pharmacy services through our nationally recognized integrated model of care. We are committed to serving our mission to care for all, regardless of ability to pay, through innovation, excellence, and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct assessments to evaluate patients’ needs, challenges, and goals.
Link patients with appropriate community resources, such as healthcare, mental health services, housing programs, and employment and financial assistance.
Provide immediate support and intervention in crisis situations, connecting patients with emergency resources or services as needed.
Offer emotional support and guidance to patients navigating difficult situations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work (BSW), Psychology, Sociology, or a related field.
Previous experience in case management, social services or direct patient support is preferred.
Why join us:
Be part of a nonprofit organization focused on community health that values your work/life balance.
Work with a dedicated team of professionals.
Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive PTO package. Cherokee Health Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
