POSITION SUMMARY:

The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a trusted connection between the community and local health and social service systems. In this role, you’ll build meaningful relationships, help individuals navigate care, and empower community members to improve their health and well-being.

This position plays a key role in reducing health disparities by providing outreach, education, advocacy, and support. The CHW works closely with healthcare providers, public health programs, and community organizations to ensure individuals have access to the resources they need.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as a liaison between community members and healthcare, public health, behavioral health, and social service systems

• Conduct outreach and community engagement activities to promote health and wellness

• Help individuals access services and resources, reducing barriers to care

• Provide informal counseling, social support, and health education

• Advocate for individuals and communities to improve access and quality of care

• Identify community health needs and assist in developing strategies and resources to address them

• Support and participate in community meetings, coalitions, workshops, and events

• Collaborate with Project Coordinators and ECDHD programs

• Maintain accurate documentation and follow program requirements

• Participate in trainings and professional development opportunities

• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Willingness to obtain a Community Health Worker certification within one year of hire

• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Bilingual in Spanish or Somali

• Experience working in community outreach, healthcare, or social services

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Primarily office and community-based work
• May require extended periods of sitting, as well as occasional standing, bending, and lifting (up to 35 lbs.)
• Use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and copiers

SUPERVISION:

• This position does not have any direct reports.

WHY JOIN US?

• Make a direct impact on the health of your community

• Collaborate with a mission-driven team

• Opportunities for training and professional growth

• Be part of efforts to improve health equity across Nebraska

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related requirements and to perform other job-related duties requested by East Central District Health Department/Good Neighbor Community Health Center in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

FTCA liability protection for medical malpractice is afforded to covered individuals by virtue of their working relationship with GNCHC, a FTCA covered entity when they are performing covered activities.

I have read and understand the duties and responsibilities for which I am responsible. The duties, responsibilities and minimum requirements have been reviewed with me and I have received a copy.