Bilingual Community Health Navigator

Mountain Community Health Partnership; Burnsville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mountain Community Health Partnership in Burnsville, NC, seeks a full-time Community Health Worker to support patients across clinical and community settings. You will help patients navigate healthcare, access resources, and manage chronic conditions while building trust with local communities.

Responsibilities include health education, basic screenings, scheduling and transportation coordination, and collaboration with nursing staff and outreach teams.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to complete the Community Health Worker Certificate Program within one year of hire.
• 2+ years of experience in community health, social services, healthcare, or related fields preferred.
• Bilingual - Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide culturally appropriate health education and support during clinic visits, home visits, and community events.
• Conduct basic screenings (blood pressure, glucose, height/weight, temperature).
• Assist patients with scheduling, appointment reminders, and transportation coordination.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, Care Managers, and Outreach and Enrollment teams.
• Build relationships with community organizations.
• Identify populations experiencing health disparities and advocate for accessible, patient-centered services.

Skills

Bilingual

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mountain Community Health Partnership in Burnsville, NC, seeks a full-time Community Health Worker to support patients across clinical and community settings. You will help patients navigate healthcare, access resources, and manage chronic conditions while building trust with local communities.

Responsibilities include health education, basic screenings, scheduling and transportation coordination, and collaboration with nursing staff and outreach teams.