What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker I/II/III (Springdale) position at University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences?
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Closing Date : 03 / 23 / 2025
Type of Position :
Instructional Development
Job Type : Regular
Work Shift :
Sponsorship Available :
Institution Name :
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only) :
- Health : Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement : Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department :
ICHI | Maternal Health 2
Department's Website :
Summary of Job Duties :
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Community Health Worker (CHW) to join our team at the Institute of Community Health Innovation. This role is essential in managing relationships with patients, local community-based organizations, and community members to provide education, resources, and health education. The CHW will coordinate outreach and engagement activities, using a community-informed approach to address disparities in Arkansas. If you enjoy engaging in meaningful work that makes a difference in the community and collaborating with a dynamic and multidisciplinary team, we invite you to join our team.
Qualifications :
Minimum Qualifications :
Level I :
Level II :
Level III :
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :
Additional Information :
Key Responsibilities :
CHW I :
Outreach & Recruitment :
Care Coordination :
Community Coordination :
CHW II (in addition to CHW I responsibilities)
Health Education & Clinical Navigation :
Community Coordination :
CHW III (in addition to CHW I & II responsibilities)
Health Education and Care Coordination :
Coaching & Mentoring :
Salary Information :
Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply :
Resume
Optional Documents :
Curriculum Vitae, Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants :
Recruitment Contact Information :
Please contactfor any recruiting related questions.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements :
Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and / or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity :
Balancing, Driving, Hearing, Repetitive Motion, Standing, Talking, Walking
Frequent Physical Activity :
Lifting, Pulling, Pushing
Occasional Physical Activity :
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Benefits Eligible :
Salary : $50,000
