Community Health Worker II

Mercy; Washington (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Community Health Worker to serve as a trusted liaison between health services and the community. The role emphasizes access to care, culturally competent service delivery, and collaboration with health teams to improve outcomes.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, 1–3 years CHW experience, and Mercy-provided CHW training within 6–12 months, plus Basic Life Support. Strong communication and independence are essential, with access to reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years CHW experience or equivalent.
• Mercy provided Community Health Worker training certificate within 6–12 months; Basic Life Support.
• Proficient with Microsoft Applications and documentation in an EMR.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication skills

Independent worker

Compassion for underserved

Transportation access

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR documentation

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

A community health worker is a front-line public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison/link between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent

Licensure:

None

Experience:

1‑3 years CHW experience or equivalent

Certification/Registration:

Mercy provided Community Health Worker training certificate within 6‑12 months

Basic Life Support

Other Skills and Knowledge:

Strong relationship and collaboration skills.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to work independently.

Compassion for poor and underserved members of the community.

Must be proficient with Microsoft Applications and be able to document in an EMR.

Must have access to reliable transportation.

Preferred Qualifications

Other Skills and Knowledge:

Additional language skills as applicable to community.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.