Community Health Worker: Overdose Prevention & Outreach

Sedgwick County; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick County is seeking a Community Health Worker for Overdose Prevention to join the Health team. The role focuses on connecting at-risk individuals with community services, providing health education, and documenting client work in our database.

Travel to hospitals, clinics, shelters, and other settings is required. The position emphasizes tailored communication, collaboration with SCHD and community partners, and support during public health emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of data entry and customer service experience.
• One year of work experience using word processing, spreadsheets, and email applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Must possess a valid US driver’s license without restrictions and current automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Identify clients at risk of overdose and refer to community services.
• Coordinate with supervisors, SCHD staff, and partners to connect clients with resources.
• Travel to client locations including hospitals, clinics, and shelters to provide outreach.
• Provide health education and information to clients and document work in the database.
• Assist with scheduling and follow-up on referrals to assess needs and progress.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Office software

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sedgwick County is seeking a Community Health Worker for Overdose Prevention to join the Health team. The role focuses on connecting at-risk individuals with community services, providing health education, and documenting client work in our database.

Travel to hospitals, clinics, shelters, and other settings is required. The position emphasizes tailored communication, collaboration with SCHD and community partners, and support during public health emergencies.