Community Health Worker-Clinical

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program incentive

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a dedicated Community Health Worker to provide outreach, education, and ongoing support to pregnant individuals and families from pregnancy through the postpartum period.

You will advocate for clients, connect them to essential services, and collaborate with healthcare and social service agencies to coordinate care and resources. A compassionate, service-driven approach is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain a Community Health Worker certification within 1 year of hire.
• 0-3 years of experience required.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Requires knowledge of medical, community, and social resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide outreach, education, and ongoing support to pregnant individuals and families throughout pregnancy, labor, and postpartum period.
• Serve as a trusted advocate between the community and healthcare, government, and social service systems.
• Assist clients in identifying and overcoming barriers to accessing healthcare and community resources.
• Connect individuals and families to essential services, including prenatal and postpartum healthcare, health insurance navigation, food assistance, housing, transportation, childcare, and community health services.
• Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop resource/referral plans.
• Provide culturally responsive health education related to prenatal care and infant care.
• Support clients in navigating healthcare systems and scheduling appointments.
• Offer counseling, encouragement, and follow-up services to clients and families.
• Advocate for clients to ensure access to quality healthcare and supportive services.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to monitor progress.

Skills

Community health

Outreach

Education

Counseling

Education

High School Diploma

CHW Certification within 1 year

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, service with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, service with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Why Join IU Health?

As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results – Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

LOCATION

Gateway Plaza/University at the Coleman Center

Key Responsibilities

• Provide outreach, education, and ongoing support to pregnant individuals and families throughout pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period.
• Serve as a trusted advocate and bridge between the community and healthcare, government, and social service systems.
• Assist clients in identifying and overcoming barriers to accessing healthcare and community resources.
• Connect individuals and families to essential services, including:
• Prenatal and postpartum healthcare
• Health insurance enrollment and navigation
• Food assistance programs
• Housing resources
• Transportation services
• Childcare and family support programs
• Community-based health and wellness services
• Conduct assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate resource and referral plans.
• Provide culturally responsive health education related to prenatal care, maternal health, infant care, and healthy lifestyles.
• Support clients in navigating healthcare systems, scheduling appointments, and understanding recommended care plans.
• Offer informal counseling, encouragement, emotional support, and follow‑up services to clients and families.
• Advocate for clients to ensure access to quality healthcare and supportive services.
• Maintain regular communication with clients to monitor progress and address emerging needs.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, and social service agencies to coordinate care and services.
• Facilitate referrals and ensure successful connections to community resources and support networks
• Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, referrals, services provided, and outcomes.
• Participate in community outreach events, educational programs, and health promotion activities.
• Promote positive maternal and infant health outcomes through education, advocacy, and resource coordination.
• Support family well‑being by encouraging self‑sufficiency, healthy behaviors, and engagement with available community resources.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain a Community Health Worker certification within 1 year of hire, in accordance with state and organizational standards. Ongoing continuing education may be required to maintain certification.
• 0-3 years of experience required.
• Requires basic computer skills.
• Requires knowledge of medical, community, and social resources.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.