CHRISTUS Community Connector II

AmeriCorps; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Health Coverage

Childcare assistance if eligible

Living Allowance

Education award upon successful completion of service

Certification as a CHW

Job summary

A community health organization in Texas is seeking a Community Connector II to mentor team members and provide culturally competent health services. This role includes screening individuals, developing action plans, and facilitating access to community resources. Preferred applicants have strong skills in public health, teamwork, and communication. The position offers full-time hours with various benefits including health coverage and an education award. This is a crucial role in enhancing community wellbeing and addressing social needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum age of 18 years required.
• Experience in public health or social services recommended.

Responsibilities

• Screen for social needs and develop action plans.
• Establish trusting relationships with community members.
• Mentor and provide assistance to Community Connector I.
• Educate individuals on healthcare and community resources.
• Complete and maintain accurate program documentation.

Skills

Public Health

Team Work

Communications

Social Services

Writing/Editing

Computers/Technology

Computers/Technology

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

The CHRISTUS Community Connections program began in September 2025 in response to the need to address health related social needs in the communities in which CHRISTUS Health services. Community Connections addresses the social determinants of health by providing patients and community members in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Mexico with screening, education, referral, and navigation services to address needs identified, linking individuals between health and social services. Working collaboratively with AmeriCorps Community Connector Members, Community Health Workers, clinicians, and administrative staff, the AmeriCorps Community Connector II uses advanced community health skills to provide mentorship, technical assistance, and quality review for AmeriCorps Community Connector I team members. The role includes consolidating programmatic data and sharing insights with leadership. The Community Connector II delivers culturally competent, patient-centered screening, referral, and navigation services to connect individuals and families with appropriate social and medical resources. This position supports individuals in developing care plans, identifying barriers, setting goals, and accessing needed services. Additionally, the role facilitates communication between individuals and clinical or community providers, provides health and wellness education, maintains accurate data and documentation, and supports initiatives aligned with the Community Health Needs Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan. CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based non-profit health and wellness system dedicated to extending the health ministry of Jesus Christ with a particular concern for improving the health outcomes and resolving the social needs of historically underserved individuals.

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Member Duties

• Screen for social needs, develop action plans, and link individuals to appropriate resources through referral and navigation services
• Establish trusting relationships through ongoing follow up
• Educate and inform individuals about healthcare, community resources, wellness, and disease prevention
• Mentor, observe, and provide technical assistance to support Community Connector I
• Assist with daily program planning, data review, and reporting
• Obtain and maintain up to date information about community resources
• Enhance care quality by coordinating activities and aiding communication between individuals and healthcare and/or community resource providers
• Assist with chronic disease self-management, medication adherence, and primary care access
• Collaborate with community partners to obtain feedback about referral services
• Complete appropriate documentation and protect the confidentiality of personal information

Program Benefits

• Training
• Health Coverage
• Childcare assistance if eligible
• Living Allowance
• Education award upon successful completion of service
• Certification as a CHW

Terms

• Permits working at another job during off hours
• Uniforms provided and required
• Permits attendance at school during off hours
• Car recommended

Service Areas

• Health

Skills

• Public Health
• General Skills
• Team Work
• Communications
• Social Services
• Writing/Editing
• Computers/Technology

Program Information

• Program Type: AmeriCorps State / National
• Program: CHRISTUS Community Connector II
• Program Start/End Date: 09/16/2025 - 09/15/2028
• Work Schedule: Full Time
• Education level: High school diploma/GED
• Age Requirement: Minimum: 18, Maximum: None
• Program Locations: TEXAS, LOUISIANA, NEW MEXICO
• Accepting Applications: From 02/18/2026 To 01/15/2027
• To Apply: Phone [phone], E-mail [e-mail], Website https://careers.christushealth.org/learning-opportunities/americorps
• Contact: Chara Abrams, 5101 N O Connor Blvd, Irving TX 75039, 469-282-2609, [e-mail], https://careers.christushealth.org/learning-opportunities/americorps
• Listing ID: 128645