Community Health Worker - 248900

Medix™; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

A community health organization is seeking a Community Health Worker (CHW) in Oxnard, CA to support community members through outreach, education on health programs, and assistance in navigating medical systems. The role involves direct client engagement, collaboration with medical providers, and ensuring proper documentation. Strong bilingual skills in English and Spanish are essential, coupled with case management experience. This is a full-time position offering a pay range of $24 to $26 per hour.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Experience in case management or care coordination is needed.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned community outreach activities.
• Represent programs at community events.
• Deliver presentations to small and large groups.
• Manage an assigned client caseload.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Case management and/or care coordination experience

Knowledge of medical terminology

Understanding of medical systems and insurance programs

Experience evaluating client coverage and identifying gaps

Comfortable using Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Community Health Worker (CHW)

Location: Oxnard, CA 93036

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (occasional outreach events after 5:00 PM)

Dress Code: Business Casual

Base Pay Range: $24.00/hr - $26.00/hr

Position Overview

The Community Health Worker (CHW) will support community members by conducting outreach, providing education on health programs and resources, and assisting clients with navigation of medical systems and coverage options. This role involves direct client engagement, collaboration with medical providers and partner agencies, and accurate documentation in state and electronic medical record systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned community outreach activities
• Represent programs at community events (e.g., outreach tables)
• Deliver presentations to small and large groups
• Explain program resources, eligibility criteria, and enrollment processes
• Communicate and coordinate with medical providers and partner agencies
• Conduct phone outreach with clients and families regarding available resources
• Manage an assigned client caseload
• Conduct client interviews (preferred in person; single-interview process)
• Document client encounters and progress notes in EMR systems
• Perform data entry related to provider communications
• Maintain accurate case records in state database systems
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with all documentation requirements

Required Experience & Skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
• Case management and/or care coordination experience
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Understanding of medical systems and insurance programs
• Experience evaluating client coverage and identifying gaps
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel

Seniority Level

Not Applicable

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Education and Health Care Provider

Industries

Community Services