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Community Health Worker

ARCARE
Little Rock, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/7/2025

Job Title: Community Health Worker
Job Type: Full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Travel: 25-50%

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in health education, social work, or a related field preferred
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Community Health Worker or in a similar role
  • Certified Community Health Worker (CHW) preferred
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to learn and utilize electronic data systems
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Job Summary:
Discover a rewarding career at ARcare. We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and community-focused Community Health Worker (CHW) to join the ARcare team. In this role, you will serve as a vital link between the community and the ARcare healthcare system, promoting wellness and ensuring access to essential services. Responsibilities include conducting outreach activities, building relationships with community members and organizations, providing culturally appropriate health education, and advocating for clients’ needs. You will also assist individuals and families in navigating healthcare and social services, empowering them to manage their health effectively.

The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, a deep understanding of local resources, and a passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a team environment while also independently taking the initiative to support the health and well-being of our community.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct outreach to engage individuals and families in need of health services
  • Build and maintain relationships with community members, healthcare providers, and partner organizations
  • Participate in community events and health fairs to promote health education and services
  • Provide education on health topics such as disease prevention, nutrition, and mental health
  • Advocate for clients within the healthcare system and connect them to necessary resources
  • Collect and document data on services provided and community health needs
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers and social workers to coordinate care for clients
  • Attend team meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities

Skills & Attributes:

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work with diverse populations
  • Knowledge of local healthcare and social service systems
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

Company Paid Benefits:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (sick and vacation, up to 96 hours accrued annually)
  • Eight (8) paid holidays
  • One (1) floating holiday
  • One (1) birthday holiday
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Free ARcare clinic benefits for employees with ARcare health insurance
  • Retirement plan (401(k) with company matching up to 200% of 4% after 1 year of employment)
  • Additional supplemental and family coverage available

Application Assistance:
If you need assistance with the application process, please email humanresources@arcare.net.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
ARcare is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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