Value Based Care Community Health Worker

Oneworld Community Health Centers; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k)

Free fitness center

Job summary

OneWorld Community Health Centers in Omaha, NE seeks a Values Based Care Community Health Worker (VBCCHW) to serve as frontline public health professional, liaising between the health center and communities served. You will conduct outreach, provide culturally appropriate health education and coaching, coordinate care, and support program implementation.

The role emphasizes helping individuals and families adopt healthy behaviors, navigate systems, advocate for access to care, housing, food

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in English required; bilingual Spanish/English preferred.
• Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and MVR as per policy.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse populations.
• Willingness to travel to community sites and partner locations.
• Documented CHW training or equivalent experience in outreach/public health.

Responsibilities

• Conduct community outreach through home visits, events, and partnerships.
• Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate health information and coaching.
• Coordinate care and facilitate referrals to clinical and social services.
• Advocate for access to healthcare, housing, food security, and transportation.
• Serve as liaison between health center and community, communicating needs.

Skills

English proficiency

Bilingual (Spanish & English)

Community health outreach

Data entry / EHR familiarity

Driving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) familiarity

Client tracking systems

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Omaha, NE 68107Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School DiplomaJob Category: Medical Clinic

Two full-time positions

Job Duties

The Value Based Care Community Health Worker (VBCCHW) serves as a frontline public health professional and trusted liaison between OneWorld Community Health Centers and the communities we serve. Working collaboratively under the direction of their assigned Program Manager or Supervisor, the VBCCHW promotes wellness by helping individuals and families adopt healthy behaviors, navigate health and social service systems, and overcome barriers to care. The VBCCHW conducts outreach, provides culturally appropriate health education and coaching, coordinates care, advocates for community needs, and supports program implementation aligned with grant, organizational, and regulatory requirements.

• Conducts community outreach through home visits, door-to-door canvassing, community events, health fairs, and partnerships with local organizations and businesses.
• Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate health information to individuals, families, and community groups on assigned health topics.
• Coordinates care among individuals, communities, and health and social service systems, including facilitating referrals to clinical services, social supports, and community resources.
• Provides coaching and social support to individuals and families, including but not limited to nutrition, chronic disease self-management, preventive health practices, and health screenings.
• Advocates for individuals and communities regarding access to healthcare, housing, food security, transportation, and other social determinants of health.
• Serves as a liaison between the health center and the community, communicating community needs to clinical and administrative teams and ensuring organizational responsiveness.

The tasks outlined above are intended to provide a general overview of the role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or job functions. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed to support the business, and responsibilities may evolve to meet the changing needs of the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in English required.
• Valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that meets organizational requirements. Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) required.
• Ability to work effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
• Ability to travel to community sites, partner locations, and other off‑site work locations as required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required; additional languages valued.
• Documented training or certification as a Community Health Worker, or equivalent experience in community health promotion, outreach, or public health.
• Knowledge of cultural, social, and health issues affecting the communities served by OneWorld.
• Prior experience with data entry, electronic health records, or client tracking systems.
• Lived experience or deep familiarity with the community being served.

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. provides a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; 401(k); free fitness center, and more.

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• free fitness center, and more.

Youcanmake a difference – in your life and the lives of others.

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all hiring and employment practices. We are committed to equal treatment for all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, disability, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer