Community Health Worker

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients with chronic conditions in a clinic setting. You will engage patients through education, coaching, and care coordination, and help enroll eligible individuals into Remote Patient Monitoring programs.

Home visits may be required to address barriers to care. The role emphasizes building connections between patients, care teams, and community resources to improve health outcomes and ensure continuity of care across

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required (minimum education).
• 0–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Must obtain a Community Health Worker certification within 1 year of hire.
• Ongoing continuing education may be required to maintain certification.
• Requires basic computer skills and familiarity with common software.
• Requires knowledge of medical, community, and social resources.

Responsibilities

• Strengthens connections between patients, care teams, and social services.
• Engages patients in clinic-based programs, education, coaching, and care coordination.
• Facilitates enrollment into Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) for conditions like hypertension and maternal health.
• Conducts occasional home visits to assess barriers to care and reinforce self-management.
• Bridges clinical care and community resources to improve health outcomes.

Skills

Community engagement

Patient coaching

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, service with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, service with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results – Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

SCHEDULE

Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm

WORK LOCATION

Eagle Highlands Primary Care Clinic & Gateway Plaza

• some local travel and home visits required

Key Responsibilities

• Strengthens the connection between patients, healthcare teams, and social service systems by providing hands‑on support to individuals managing chronic conditions.
• Working primarily in a clinic environment, engages patients in disease‑specific programs through education, coaching, and care coordination, while also identifying eligible individuals and facilitating enrollment into Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) services for conditions such as hypertension, obesity, maternal health, and other targeted health needs.
• Maintains consistent face‑to‑face interaction with patients and care teams through clinic huddles, outreach, and coordination activities, and collaborates closely with clinical staff to track progress toward care goals.
• Conducts occasional home visits to assess barriers to care, reinforce self‑management skills, and ensure effective use of remote monitoring equipment.
• By bridging clinical care and community resources, this role supports patient engagement, reduces obstacles to care, and helps improve health outcomes across the population served.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Must obtain a Community Health Worker certification within 1 year of hire, in accordance with state and organizational standards.
• Ongoing continuing education may be required to maintain certification.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Requires knowledge of medical, community, and social resources.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.