Community Health Worker

Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA); Wayne (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

403b (Retirement plan)

Voluntary benefit option

Job summary

Southeastern Michigan Health Association (SEMHA) in Wayne, MI, is seeking a compassionate Community Health Worker to join the Wayne FQHC Program. The CHW will help increase access to health services through outreach, education, and peer support within an inter-disciplinary clinical care team.

The role emphasizes outreach, SDOH screening, referrals, and coordination with PCPs. A part-time schedule, HIPAA compliance, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences preferred.
• MICHW certification preferred.
• Experience in community work or healthcare strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and advocate for patients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient outreach and provide education on preventive screenings and chronic disease management.
• Address HEDIS care gaps and engage high emergency department utilizers to connect with their PCP.
• Perform Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screenings and link patients to appropriate community resources.
• Coordinate referrals, assist with scheduling, and help remove barriers to care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, outreach tracking, and monthly reporting for Health Plans.
• Participate in community outreach events and support site visit preparation (e.g., HRSA, AAAHC).
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality at all times.
• Support patient panel management and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Valid driver’s license

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences

MICHW certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LOCATION: New Hope Missionary Baptist Church - Wayne, MI 48184

SEMHA is seeking a compassionate and motivated Community Health Worker (CHW) to join the Wayne FQHC Program located in the city of WAYNE. The Community Health Worker is a part of an inter-disciplinary clinical care team at a health center who helps increase access to health services for people through outreach, encouraging engagement, education, and peer support.

Requirements

• Conduct patient outreach and provide education on preventive screenings and chronic disease management.
• Address HEDIS care gaps and engage high emergency department utilizers to connect with their PCP.
• Perform Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screenings and link patients to appropriate community resources.
• Coordinate referrals, assist with scheduling, and help remove barriers to care.
• Maintain accurate documentation, outreach tracking, and monthly reporting for Health Plans.
• Participate in community outreach events and support site visit preparation (e.g., HRSA, AAAHC).
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality at all times.
• Support patient panel management and other duties as assigned.

Education & Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences or related field preferred.
• MICHW certification preferred.
• Experience in community work, education, or healthcare strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and advocate for patients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Salary

$18 - $20 hourly (Based on experience & Qualifications)

Employment Type

Part-Time

Classification

Non-exempt

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Paid time off and Holidays
• 403b (Retirement plan)
• Various Voluntary Benefit Option

Application Deadline

November 8, 2026

Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

SEMHA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the SEMHA Human Resources Department.

SEMHA positions are grant funded and are contingent upon the continued support of the funding throughout the duration of the assignment.