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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

PuThe Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a trusted liaison between health and Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and the community. This role involves providing culturally appropriate health education, outreach, support, and advocacy to improve access to services and promote healthy behaviors in underserved populations. Assists with marketing programs and services, as well as data collection.

+ Build and maintain trusting relationships with community members.

+ Conduct outreach to identify individuals and families who may benefit from health and social services.

+ Provide basic health education and information on available resources.

+ Assist individuals in navigating health systems, including scheduling appointments, accessing insurance, and understanding care instructions.

+ Advocate for individuals and communities to receive needed services and support.

+ Collect and report data to monitor progress, outcomes, and community needs.

+ Collaborate with healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community organizations.

+ Participate in training and professional development to maintain knowledge and skills.

+ Drives own car to travel to a variety of community locations to provide services.

Required Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education:

2 Year/ Associates Degree-Public Health or Social Work

Licensure/Certification Required:

BLS

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

Certified Community Health Worker

Minimum Years and Type of Experience:

Experience working with target population and with diverse community groups.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** **Required:

Reliable transportation to drive self to community locations.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]