Community Health Worker II (Full Time)

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy, a community health system in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking a full-time, onsite Community Health Worker to serve as a trusted liaison between health and community services, documenting in EMR and supporting access to care.

The role requires 1–3 years CHW experience or equivalent, a high school diploma, and MS Office/EMR proficiency; Mercy provides training within 6–12 months and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Licensure: None.
• Experience: 1-3 years CHW experience or equivalent.
• Certification/Registration: Mercy provided CHW training certificate within 6-12 months; Basic Life Support.
• Other Skills and Knowledge: Strong relationship and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Applications and EMR documentation; access to reliable transportation.

Skills

Communication skills

Independence

Compassion

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:

Located at MERCY HOSPITAL

SPRINGFIELD, MISSOURI

FULL TIME - ONSITE

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.

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.

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