Community Health Worker Apprentice: Hybrid Outreach

Cleveland Clinic; Lorain (OH); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic invites applicants for a Community Health Worker Apprentice to gain hands-on experience under a CHW preceptor. You will support patient care, community outreach, and help connect patients with vital resources across Northeast Ohio.

The program blends Zoom-based learning with Tri-C Metro Campus onsite labs, with a defined schedule and onsite labs in Lorain, Fairview, and the El Centro OB/GYN site. Apprenticeship pays $18.50/hour, with travel and flexible learning arrangements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of community health work and cultural dynamics.
• Strong time management, de-escalation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build trust with staff, patients, families, and professionals.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Learn core functions such as patient care and community outreach.
• Connect patients with essential resources and services.
• Build relationships with patients and community organizations to improve access.
• Navigate the healthcare system and advocate for patients.
• Provide informal counseling and advocate for patients and families.
• Participate in outreach to educate the community on health matters.

Skills

Time management

De-escalation

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Interviewing techniques

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma

Cultural awareness

Tools

Epic

Job description

Cleveland Clinic invites applicants for a Community Health Worker Apprentice to gain hands-on experience under a CHW preceptor. You will support patient care, community outreach, and help connect patients with vital resources across Northeast Ohio.

The program blends Zoom-based learning with Tri-C Metro Campus onsite labs, with a defined schedule and onsite labs in Lorain, Fairview, and the El Centro OB/GYN site. Apprenticeship pays $18.50/hour, with travel and flexible learning arrangements.