Community Health Worker- Field - Region 1

CVS Health; Natchitoches (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health in Louisiana is seeking a full-time Community Health Worker to serve Orleans, St. Bernard, Jefferson or Plaquemines parishes.

The role requires up to 70% travel to visit members at home, support care plans, and connect clients with community resources and health services. Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant work experience, 1–2 years of clinical support, outreach knowledge of LA resources, reliable transportation, MS Office proficiency, and flexibility for after-hours work.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel 70% of the time; reliable transportation.
• 3–5 years' relevant work experience.
• 1–2 years' experience providing clinical support services.
• 1 year community outreach experience in LA.
• 1 year working with clients with clinical needs.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite.
• Availability to work outside core hours and evenings.
• Must be able to work 2 evenings weekly.

Responsibilities

• Travel to member homes up to 70% of the time.
• Educate providers on social determinants of health.
• Build relationships with members and care teams.
• Assist with care plan implementation and referrals.
• Help identify socio-economic barriers and link to services.
• Maintain member records in EHR and prepare reports.
• Enter data and complete program documentation promptly.
• Accompany members to appointments when needed.

Skills

Travelability

Reliable transportation

MS Office

Community outreach

Clinical support

Flexibility hours

LA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We're building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you'll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

Position Summary

This is a full-time field worker opportunity in LA - Region 1. Must reside in one of the following parishes: Orleans, St. Bernard, Jefferson, Plaquemines. Community Health Care Workers (CHW) serve the community as a bridge between the member (community) and the healthcare system (providers) through outreach and education. By providing these services, CHW's help Aetna members attain and maintain better health outcomes, improve relationships with healthcare providers and help both parties to become more acculturated with each other. This position will work under the direction of a designated professional. This position requires in-state travel 70% of the time.

Fundamental Components

• Conduct home visits with Aetna members with chronic conditions to reinforce following the care plan, adjusting tasks to fit with the member's culture, language, and religion, improve access to care, identify health care needs, and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations.
• Educate healthcare professionals and providers on opportunities for improving and understanding the social determinants of health that may be impacting member's health and treatment plan through various communication channels.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with the Aetna members, providers, nurse case managers, agency representatives, supervisors and office staff, from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Work to reduce cultural and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions.
• Assist with care plan implementation and Aetna member education during in-home visits, help develop care management strategies, and work with team members to provide linkages for the various health and social needs of members.
• Assist members to identify socio- economic issues that affect their overall health and develop health/social management plans and goals.
• Identify gaps and opportunities to strengthen systems of care within the member's community and assists members in utilizing community services, including scheduling appointments with social services agencies, (including transportation vendors), and assisting with completion of applications for eligible programs.
• Assist with patient medication adherence by: instructing the member on current medication list, reviewing medications with member and assist in obtaining refills.
• Teach disease self-management (i.e., nutrition, symptom tracking and reporting).
• Accompany members to appointments as needed.
• Enter and maintain member records in electronic health record system, compile reports and complete other program documentation in a timely manner (e.g., progress notes, letters), and other administrative responsibilities as needed.
• Travel extensively to client homes, community locations, various agencies, and other outreach destinations

Required Qualifications

• Ability to travel 70% of the time. Must have access to reliable transportation.
• 3-5 years' relevant work experience
• 1-2 years' experience providing clinical support services.
• 1 years of community outreach experience and knowledge of LA community resources
• 1 years' experience working with clients with clinical needs (physical and/or behavioral health)
• Demonstrated proficiency with a personal computer, keyboard navigation, and MS Office Suite applications (i.e., MS Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and other Electronic Health Record Systems)
• Flexibility to work outside of core business hours Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, to meet member needs.
• Must have ability to work 2 days weekly until 9pm local time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in community/outpatient setting preferred.
• Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Care, HIPPA, C.L.A.S. Standards, Motivational Interviewing, and specialized training in medical terminology and practices for designated health conditions.
• Experience in serving the Medicaid Populations in urban or rural environments with familiarity of local formal and informal resource networks preferred.
• Community Health Worker Certification or equivalent training and experience preferred.
• Bilingual speaking skills is a plus. - Spanish or French

Education

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$18.50 - $31.72

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/30/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.