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Hunterdon Health

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.

$46,669 / year median in New Jersey

+22% projected growth

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Position Summary Under the supervision of the Community Outreach Coordinator, and the direction of the Director of Community Relations, the Community Health Worker (CHW) provides essential support for hospital and grant-funded health initiatives, focusing on improving healthcare access and outcomes for everyone in the Hunterdon Health service area with a particular focus on uninsured, and underinsured populations. The CHW serves as a bridge between the clinical setting and the community, engaging patients directly to address social determinants of health and ensure connection to preventive services, screenings, medications, and community resources. Primary Responsibilities Community Outreach Case management & patient navigation Identify and reduce client barriers to care Community Advocate Monitor client outcomes Health data entry Monthly reporting Grant deliverables Connect to community resources
Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to perform public speaking for small and large groups.
Proficient computer skills:
Google Workspace, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), data management software. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and as a productive member of a team. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Preferred:
Bilingual (Spanish/English) is highly preferred to effectively serve diverse community populations. Local knowledge of community resources in the Hunterdon Health service area is preferred. Experience working within an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings. The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant's hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).