Community Health Worker I - Frontline Outreach & Care

Mercy; Poplar Bluff (MO); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Community Health Worker in Poplar Bluff, MO to serve as a frontline liaison between the community and health and social services. This full-time role focuses on improving access to care and culturally competent service delivery.

You will build trusted relationships, educate community members, document activities in the EMR, and collaborate with team members to address barriers to care for underserved populations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year CHW experience or equivalent.
• Mercy-provided CHW training within 6-12 months.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between the community and health/social services to facilitate access to care.
• Educate community members and support enrollment in services.
• Document activities and outcomes in the EMR and coordinate with care teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship-building

Independent worker

EMR documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Community Health Worker in Poplar Bluff, MO to serve as a frontline liaison between the community and health and social services. This full-time role focuses on improving access to care and culturally competent service delivery.

You will build trusted relationships, educate community members, document activities in the EMR, and collaborate with team members to address barriers to care for underserved populations.