Community Health Worker

AltaMed Health Services Corporation; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement savings plans withER

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Flexible Spending

Career Advancement & Development

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Paid CME Days

Malpractice insurance and tail tail

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Corporate Employee Discounts

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Pet Care Insurance

Job summary

AltaMed Health Services Corporation invites applications for a Community Health Worker in Commerce, CA. The CHW will support patients with navigation, referrals, and preventive care, addressing social determinants of health and facilitating access to services.

Minimum 2 years in health care or outreach, HS diploma or GED, and bilingual skills (English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese) are required along with a valid BLS certification. Competitive hourly pay and strong benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in health care or community outreach settings.
• Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on location preferred.
• A valid BLS certification or higher is required per guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with health care navigation, referrals, and appointments.
• Support preventive care and chronic disease management through education and outreach.
• Address health-related social needs and connect patients to services.
• Act as a cultural broker and advocate within the community.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/C (

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Community Health WorkerApply: In Person: Commerce, CA 90022: Full time: Posted Today: JR10718**Grow Healthy**If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn’t just welcomed – it’s nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We don’t just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; it’s a calling that drives us forward every day.**Job Overview**The Community Health Workers (CHW) are trusted members of their community who help address chronic conditions, preventive health care needs, and health-related social needs. CHWs have the skills and experience to understand what at-risk or vulnerable patients are going through and help them get through difficult times. CHWs help patients address the social, medical, and community problems that lead to poor health. The goal is to help patients address real-life obstacles (e.g., social driver of health) that keep them from staying healthy, by supporting them with health care navigation, specialty appointments/referrals, PCP appointments/establishing routine care and preventative health screenings, cultural broker, financial services, and provide culturally appropriate health information on topics related to chronic disease management and prevention. CHWs receive training in Epic & Essette, DHCS requirements, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, health care navigation, harm reduction, mental health first aid, domestic/intimate partner violence, advocacy, insurance enrollment, social service/resource applications and referrals, and basic case management.**Minimum Requirements*** A High School Diploma or GED is required.* Minimum of 2 years of experience working in health care or community outreach settings.* Bilingual English/Spanish/Mandarin/Cantonese, depending on location preferred.* A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.**Compensation**$26.91 - $33.53 hourly**Compensation Disclaimer**Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidate's value and the role's strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.**Benefits & Career Development*** Medical, Dental and Vision insurance* 403(b) Retirement savings plans with employer matching contributions* Flexible Spending Accounts* Commuter Flexible Spending* Career Advancement & Development opportunities* Paid Time Off & Holidays* Paid CME Days* Malpractice insurance and tail coverage* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Corporate Employee Discounts* Employee Referral Bonus Program* Pet Care Insurance**Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement**AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.