Rural Health Access Navigator

Mercy Co; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plan

Job summary

Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter, MO is seeking a Community Health Worker to engage with community groups, navigate patients, and connect them to social services. This full-time, dayshift role offers field-based outreach in rural communities.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree; a Bachelor's is preferred in Social Work, Public Health, or related field, plus two years of experience in community outreach or patient navigation. Strong communication and independence are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Social Work, Public Health, Community Health, Human Services, or related field.
• Two years of experience in community outreach, case management, patient navigation, or social service delivery preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in community settings with limited supervision.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work/Public Health/Community Health/Human Services

Job description

Mercy Hospital Stoddard in Dexter, MO is seeking a Community Health Worker to engage with community groups, navigate patients, and connect them to social services. This full-time, dayshift role offers field-based outreach in rural communities.

Minimum qualifications include an Associate degree; a Bachelor's is preferred in Social Work, Public Health, or related field, plus two years of experience in community outreach or patient navigation. Strong communication and independence are required.