Community Health Worker

destinationone Consulting; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking Community Health Workers to serve as liaisons between healthcare providers and the community, promoting access to care and health education. Responsibilities include assisting individuals in navigating services, providing education, and conducting outreach. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in community outreach. This is a full-time position based in Ontario.

Qualifications

• Experience in community outreach or healthcare settings required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills necessary.
• Cultural competence and understanding of community dynamics essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in navigating healthcare services and resources.
• Provide education on health topics and disease prevention.
• Conduct outreach and support community health initiatives.
• Collect data on community health needs and barriers to access.
• Advocate for patients and connect them with necessary services.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural competence

Education

High school diploma

Relevant certification or degree preferred

Job description

destinationone Consulting specializes in recruitment across diverse sectors including Healthcare, Health Tech, Government, Municipalities, Non-Profits, Legal, Public Accounting, Food and more. We are proactively building a data bank for opportunities in these fields. By applying you ensure our recruiters can quickly match you with suitable roles when they arise.

Location : Various locations across Ontario

Community Health Workers (CHWs) serve as liaisons between healthcare providers and the community promoting access to care and health education.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in navigating healthcare services and resources.
• Provide education on health topics and disease prevention.
• Conduct outreach and support community health initiatives.
• Collect data on community health needs and barriers to access.
• Advocate for patients and connect them with necessary services.

Requirements

• High school diploma; relevant certification or degree preferred.
• Experience in community outreach or healthcare settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Cultural competence and understanding of community dynamics.

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy:

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