Community Health Worker (CHW)

Behavioral-Health-Solutions-of-South-Texas; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 28,080 - 34,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

EAP

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Behavioral-Health-Solutions-of-South-Texas is seeking a Community Health Worker to empower individuals and families to access behavioral health services and community resources. You will advocate, educate, and connect people to care, aiming to reduce barriers and strengthen healthier communities.

As part of the team, you will conduct outreach, build partnerships, coordinate referrals, and support care navigation for clients with trauma, substance use, or mental health concerns, while ensuring

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years in social services or with at-risk populations.
• Texas driver’s license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• CHW certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach, presentations, and networking to engage individuals with trauma, substance use, or behavioral health risk factors while promoting program services.
• Build partnerships with community organizations and MOUs; coordinate referrals and identify barriers to care.
• Connect participants to behavioral health, healthcare, and community resources with referrals, care navigation, and relevant interventions.
• Facilitate educational and support groups focused on health, wellness, and community resources.
• Maintain documentation and ensure compliance with policies and grant requirements.

Skills

Outreach/Community engagement

Referral coordination

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Make a difference where it matters most. As a Community Health Worker (CHW), you will serve as a trusted advocate and connector, empowering individuals and families to access behavioral health services, community resources, and support that improves overall well-being. Through outreach, education, and relationship-building, you will help reduce barriers to care and strengthen healthier communities.

Job Description

• Conduct community outreach, presentations, and networking activities to engage individuals with a history of trauma, substance use, mental health concerns, or other behavioral health risk factors while promoting awareness of available program services.
• Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations and social service agencies by developing Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), coordinating referrals, and identifying barriers to accessing care.
• Connect participants to behavioral health, healthcare, and community resources by providing referrals, care navigation, follow-up, and appropriate interventions based on individual needs.
• Facilitate educational and support groups focused on health, wellness, and community resources.
• Maintain accurate documentation, support implementation of evidence-based program curricula, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and grant requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or experience equivalency.
• At least 2 years of experience working in social services, networking with social service agencies, or working with at risk populations in the community or schools.
• Current Texas driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance are required.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Current Texas Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.

Behavioral Health Solutions of South Texas offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Pay: $31,200 annually

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving behavioral health and expanding access to care in the communities we serve. If you are passionate about empowering others, building meaningful community connections, and helping individuals overcome barriers to health and wellness.