Field-Based Community Health Advocate | Remote/Home Office

UnitedHealth Group; Pima (AZ); Remote; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off + 8 holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's UnitedHealthcare unit seeks a Field Based Community Health Worker in Arizona. The CHW assesses and plans care tailored to each member, coordinating with community organizations and handling referrals for social services.

The position includes home visits, member education, and ongoing care management. Expect up to 60% local travel, field-based with a home office, and a schedule Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00 Arizona time.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4+ years outreach or volunteering in community health.
• At least 2 years in a field-based community health role.
• Knowledge of local community cultures and resources.
• Must have Arizona driver license and be within commuting distance.

Responsibilities

• Create positive relationships with members and families.
• Encourage regular visits to primary physician to reduce hospital stays.
• Support member engagement with care plans and medications.
• Provide member education and transitions of care.
• Coordinate with care team and community resources.
• Travel up to 60% within AZ for client sites.

Education

4+ years of community outreach work or volunteering experience

2+ years of experience in Community Health field-based role

2+ years of experience in local Community with cultural knowledge

Arizona driver license & commutable to Pima/Maricopa

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's UnitedHealthcare unit seeks a Field Based Community Health Worker in Arizona. The CHW assesses and plans care tailored to each member, coordinating with community organizations and handling referrals for social services.

The position includes home visits, member education, and ongoing care management. Expect up to 60% local travel, field-based with a home office, and a schedule Monday–Friday 8:00–17:00 Arizona time.