Community Health Worker

CommonSpirit Health; Prescott (AZ); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, is seeking a Community Health Worker to bridge underserved communities with essential services.

You will conduct home visits, assess needs, link clients to medical, behavioral health and social resources, and help navigate barriers to care with empathy.

Collaborate with clinicians, maintain records, and promote health education across a multi-disciplinary team in Prescott's welcoming community.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Complete Community Health Worker (CHW) training.
• Strong customer service and ability to handle confidential information.

Aufgaben

• Collaborates with Clinical Providers to provide age specific, multi-disciplinary patient/family education format that facilitates recovery, self-care, maintenance, health promotion and wellness.
• Consults with internal customers concerning instructional needs of patients and the community; complies with physician requests for patient instruction and coordinates instructional activities of multi-disciplinary team members.
• Maintain updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms, or related information.
• Monitor nutrition of children, elderly, or other high-risk groups.
• Contact clients in person, by phone, or in writing to ensure they have completed required or recommended actions.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

Confidentiality

Ausbildung

High School Diploma/GED

CHW training (to be completed)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Community Health Worker, you will serve as a vital link between underserved communities and essential community resources. You will be instrumental in reducing health disparities by helping clients navigate and access critical health, social, educational, and employment services through a home-visiting model.
Every day you will proactively engage with clients through home visits, meticulously assessing their needs and identifying specific Pathways to care and support. You will connect clients to identified community resources, provide guidance on accessing medical, behavioral health and social services, and offer practical assistance to overcome logistical obstacles.
To be successful in this role, you will possess a profound understanding of the cultural and geographical nuances of underserved communities. A strong ability to problem-solve, coupled with empathy and resilience, is essential for effectively removing barriers to care and empowering clients.

• Collaborates with Clinical Providers to provide age specific, multi-disciplinary patient/family education format that facilitates recovery, self-care, maintenance, health promotion and wellness.
• Consults with internal customers concerning instructional needs of patients and the community Complies with physician requests for patient instruction and coordinates instructional activities of multi-disciplinary team members.
• Maintain updated client records with plans, notes, appropriate forms, or related information.
• Monitor nutrition of children, elderly, or other high-risk groups.
• Contact clients in person, by phone, or in writing to ensure they have completed required or recommended actions.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/GED
• Will complete Community Health Worker (CHW) training.
• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to handle highly confidential information essential.

Preferred

• Bachelors Degree

Where You'll Work

Are you ready to join a healthcare family where your values align with ours? At Dignity Health – Yavapai Regional Medical Center (DH-YRMC), now a proud part of CommonSpirit Health, a not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider, our core mission guides every decision and every interaction.

Here, you'll discover more than just a job; you'll find rewarding career opportunities across a comprehensive network of inpatient and outpatient services. From a vibrant community hospital, YRMC has grown into a leading regional healthcare system.

Today, that means you could be making an impact at:

• Two state-of-the‑art acute care hospitals
• A robust network of primary and specialty care clinics
• Modern outpatient health and wellness services
• Acclaimed cardiac diagnostic centers
• Advanced outpatient medical imaging facilities

Elevate your career without sacrificing your quality of life. As you grow with YRMC, you'll find the Prescott area isn't just a place to work – it's an inspiring community designed for living, thriving, and embracing the outdoors. Imagine a charming blend of bygone appeal and modern amenities, coupled with four distinct seasons and nearly year‑round sunshine perfect for every adventure.

Say hello to a relaxed lifestyle that empowers you to prioritize both your professional growth and family time. YRMC extends this inviting spirit within our walls, fostering a strong sense of family, and belonging among our team members.

Come experience the exceptional quality of life that YRMC and Prescott offer. Work at the heart of #hellohumankindness and discover where your career and well‑being truly connect.