Community Health Advocate | Full-Time, Day Shift, CHW Certification Preferred

Trinity Health; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A Community Health Worker (CHW) with Trinity Health in Fresno, CA, connects community members to health services, enhances cultural proficiency, and supports outreach, health education, counseling, social support, and advocacy to improve outcomes and reduce disparities. This role emphasizes empowerment and service to diverse populations across our community.

Working with clinical teams under shared leadership, the CHW relies on strong communication and local knowledge, and will pursue CHW

Qualifications

• Must possess knowledge of the local community based on personal lived experience.
• Must obtain Trinity Health CHW certification within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between health system and community to facilitate access to services.
• Improve health outcomes and reduce disparities through outreach, education, counseling, and advocacy.

Skills

Local community knowledge

Bilingual abilities (preferred)

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

CHW certification within 3 months

Job description

A Community Health Worker (CHW) with Trinity Health in Fresno, CA, connects community members to health services, enhances cultural proficiency, and supports outreach, health education, counseling, social support, and advocacy to improve outcomes and reduce disparities. This role emphasizes empowerment and service to diverse populations across our community.

Working with clinical teams under shared leadership, the CHW relies on strong communication and local knowledge, and will pursue CHW