Rural Health Navigator & Community Care Coach

Cherry County Hospital & Clinic; Valentine (NE); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Dental

Aflac

Paid Time Off

Health insurance stipend

Job summary

Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, Nebraska, seeks a compassionate Community Health Worker (CHW) to support patient care coordination and chronic disease management across our rural service area. This role bridges hospital teams and the community to help patients navigate care, access resources, and improve health outcomes.

The CHW will address social determinants of health, promote healthy lifestyle changes, and strengthen connections between healthcare providers and community services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in public health, social services, community health, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant experience in community outreach, healthcare, or public health is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Cherry County Hospital.
• Provide support at local WIC and immunization clinics on the western side of the NCDHD district.
• Attend community events and assist individuals with navigating healthcare systems and understanding insurance benefits.
• Deliver culturally sensitive health education, basic screenings, and coaching focused on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.
• Connect clients with community resources and social services to address social determinants of health.
• Serve as a liaison and advocate between clients and healthcare providers to ensure individual and community health needs are addressed.
• Document client interactions, assess community needs, and communicate feedback to healthcare teams to improve quality of care.
• Support coordinated service delivery and improve access to preventive healthcare services.
• Strengthen partnerships between healthcare organizations and the community.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in public health, social services, community health, or a related field

Job description

Cherry County Hospital in Valentine, Nebraska, seeks a compassionate Community Health Worker (CHW) to support patient care coordination and chronic disease management across our rural service area. This role bridges hospital teams and the community to help patients navigate care, access resources, and improve health outcomes.

The CHW will address social determinants of health, promote healthy lifestyle changes, and strengthen connections between healthcare providers and community services.