Community Health Worker: Nutrition & Wellness Outreach

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Wise (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia Tech in Wise County seeks a Community Health Worker to educate, outreach, and support nutrition and health programs. The role focuses on connecting communities with services, delivering workshops, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and completion of Virginia-approved CHW training within two months if not certified. The position is non-exempt and part-time with potential overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with readiness to complete Virginia-approved CHW training within two months.
• Knowledge of local community and social services is essential.
• Experience communicating educational information and helping others develop healthy skills.
• Strong written, verbal and listening abilities; excellent interpersonal relations.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, email and video conferencing is needed.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a bridge between community members and health and social services.
• Deliver evidence-based health promotion programs and outreach activities.
• Lead presentations/workshops on nutrition, activity, and resource management.
• Connect participants to local organizations and resources for healthy living.

Skills

Community health knowledge

Education communication

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Listening skills

Computer literacy

Adapt to new technology

Education

High school diploma or GED

CHW training (60 hours)

2- or 4-year college degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Email

Video-conferencing

Job description

Virginia Tech in Wise County seeks a Community Health Worker to educate, outreach, and support nutrition and health programs. The role focuses on connecting communities with services, delivering workshops, and promoting healthy lifestyles.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and completion of Virginia-approved CHW training within two months if not certified. The position is non-exempt and part-time with potential overtime eligibility.