Community Health Worker (Full Time )

Location:

Clarion County

POSITION SNAPSHOT

Location:

Clarion Community Health Center

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

Employment Status:

Full-Time

WHY THIS ROLE

Looking for a rewarding role where you can help individuals overcome barriers to healthcare and connect with important community resources? Primary Health Network is seeking a Community Health Worker to serve as a trusted link between patients, healthcare providers, and community services. This position helps individuals access care, navigate available resources, and build the knowledge and support needed to improve their health and well-being.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Help patients identify and overcome barriers to receiving healthcare.

Connect patients with healthcare, social services, and community resources.

Provide health education, coaching, social support, and advocacy.

Assist with care coordination, appointment scheduling, transportation needs, insurance concerns, and system navigation.

Conduct patient outreach and follow-up, including telephone calls and home visits as appropriate.

Reinforce education provided by healthcare professionals and help patients better understand healthcare information and resources.

Build relationships with community organizations and participate in community outreach activities.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Services, Healthcare, or a related field preferred, or at least 3 years of directly related work experience.

Community Health Worker certification or willingness to become certified within the first year of employment.

Valid driver's license.

Strong communication, organization, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work independently and build professional relationships with patients, providers, staff, and community partners.

Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

COMPENSATION

Starting pay: $18 per hour, however, PHN recognizes experience, education, credentials, and site location when determining wage, as applicable.

BENEFITS

Medical, dental and vision coverage - employee and family plans available; eligible immediately upon start

Employer-paid short-term disability

Employer-paid life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

College savings plan

Fitness center membership reimbursement

IDShield & LegalShield

Volunteer Time Off Program

ABOUT PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORK

Primary Health Network is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide quality primary care services and access to specialty care for the people in the communities we serve. Ready to make a difference in your community? today to join the PHN team. Accessibility Support for Applicants Primary Health Network is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities. If you experience difficulty accessing our careers site or completing an application, or if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruitment@primary-health.net. Our team will work with you to provide an accessible alternative application process.