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City of Lincoln/Lancaster County
Community Health Worker
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What they do
A Community Health Worker works in the community to help individuals get medical care and access to health care resources. Promotes preventative care and health screenings; works with health care providers to improve community outreach.
$48,688 / year median in Nebraska
+20% projected growth
Job Description
Community Health Worker Salary $24.24 - $30.96 Hourly Location Lincoln, NE Job Type Full time/probationary or status Job Number 202600426 Department Health Department Opening Date 08/06/2026 Closing Date 8/13/2026 11:59 PM Central Description Benefits Questions Job Posting Information A unique opportunity to be part of a new grant funded Community Health Worker (CHW) program working with individuals and families experiencing challenges related to maternal child health or chronic disease management/prevention. Responsibilities involve client case management including assessment, planning, advocacy, follow-up, and home visitation. CHWs will be stationed in identified partner clinic settings throughout the community and will receive client referrals from providers who believe case management will improve health outcomes. The CHWs will assist clients to follow through with provider recommendations and appointments, develop individualized health plans, connect with needed community resources, and help to access health insurance. Referred clients in maternal and child health will include pregnant and postpartum individuals and families who are uninsured, underinsured, or experiencing barriers to care. Referred clients in chronic disease management will include those experiencing health issues related to high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and other chronic conditions. CHWs will work closely with the program supervisor and multidisciplinary clinical staff to ensure all client needs are adequately met, appropriate health care and community referrals are made, and individualized health plans are progressing. Applicants with diverse backgrounds and bilingual skills are encouraged to apply. Evening and limited weekend hours are possible; majority of hours from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special Requirements Graduation from high school or equivalent and six months of experience with local, state, and federal assistance programs including health care and social service systems; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities, and skills. Necessary Special Requirements Proficiency in translating and speaking the language of the minority population to which assigned, if required by the position to which assigned. Certification as a Breastfeeding educator prior to completion of the probationary period, if required by the position to which assigned. Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties. We value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position: Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance. We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 11 days of vacation leave and 12 days of sick leave annually that you begin accruing upon hire; plus 11 paid holidays and 2 personal convenience days. All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait! 30 days of Paid Parental Leave Employee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching. Up to 4 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave $70,000 of Life Insurance $1,250 of Tuition Reimbursement 401(a) Retirement Plan . If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9% Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses that occur after you leave City employment.