Bilingual Community Health Worker – On-site Chicago

Norwegian American Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer $

Paid Time Off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Humboldt Park Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Community Health Worker to support program participants, develop referrals with healthcare providers, and conduct home visits for education and health assessments.

This full-time, on-site role requires completing the Community Health Worker program within 1 year of hire, English and Spanish language skills, and a high school diploma or better. The organization offers benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of Community Health Worker program required (complete within 1 year of hire).
• Language: Ability to speak and write English; bilingual with ability read and write in Spanish required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for participants in the program.
• Develop referral relationships with healthcare providers, social workers and other community-based service providers.
• Perform home visits for education, support, and health assessments.
• Follow up on provider referrals and assist families in addressing barriers to health care access.
• Maintain accurate records and data.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

English proficiency

Education

High School or better

Job description

Humboldt Park Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a Community Health Worker to support program participants, develop referrals with healthcare providers, and conduct home visits for education and health assessments.

This full-time, on-site role requires completing the Community Health Worker program within 1 year of hire, English and Spanish language skills, and a high school diploma or better. The organization offers benefits and opportunities for growth.