Community Health Advocate & Outreach Specialist

Mercy Health; Irvine (KY); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive pay and bonuses

Health benefits (medical, dental, etc)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance and professional开发

Zusammenfassung

Mercy Health in Kentucky is seeking a Community Health Worker to focus on outreach, engagement, and improving community health outcomes. You will serve as a liaison between community members and health and social service systems, delivering culturally appropriate health education.

The role involves home visits, participating in health fairs, addressing barriers like housing and transportation, and maintaining records.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, or related field is preferred.
• Community Health Worker Certification in the state of practice (preferred; required within 12 months of hire).
• Valid driver's license with good driving record (required, South Carolina only).
• 1 year of recent experience in a community outreach or healthcare setting (preferred).

Aufgaben

• Builds trusting relationships with individuals and communities to mediate between individuals and health/social service systems.
• Evaluates the specific needs and challenges faced by community members, including health, social, and educational needs; identifies barriers and connects to resources.
• May conduct outreach activities, including home visits and health fairs to engage underserved populations.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records to support advocacy efforts, monitor outcomes, and contribute to program evaluation.
• May perform or assist with health education and/or basic health screenings under supervision.
• Provides support to ongoing community health programs.

Kenntnisse

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Cultural competency

Ausbildung

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Mercy Health in Kentucky is seeking a Community Health Worker to focus on outreach, engagement, and improving community health outcomes. You will serve as a liaison between community members and health and social service systems, delivering culturally appropriate health education.

The role involves home visits, participating in health fairs, addressing barriers like housing and transportation, and maintaining records.