Community Health Worker

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Adams County Health Department (ACHD) is composed of 6 divisions (Performance and Business Excellence, Strategic Health Initiatives, Epidemiology and Data Science, Nursing, Environmental Health, Nutrition and Family Health), 230 staff, and has an annual budget of roughly $30M.

The Strategic Health Initiatives Division (SHI) serves as the primary and expert resource for developing, establishing, and maintaining innovative evidence-informed, community-based public health promotion and disease prevention strategies identified through data analysis and community engagement.

• This is a project designated position with funding expected to end June 30 2028.
• There are 2 vacancies for this role, and the team is expected to work onsite at the Adams County Detention Center, 150 N 19th Ave., Brighton, CO one day each week.
• The other workdays are a combination of remote and in‑person at a health department location.

The Community Health Worker – Re‑Entry (CHW) is a public health professional who supports justice‑involved individuals. The CHW-Re‑Entry works to promote, maintain, and improve the health of individuals in custody of the Adams County Detention Center and upon their release by providing individualized support and fostering relationships with community organizations. As part of SHI, the CHW‑Re‑Entry will work closely with community members to provide appropriate resources, health information, and help clients apply for or obtain community resources (employment, healthcare, housing, food, childcare, etc.).

The CHW-Re‑Entry will listen to individuals and understand community needs, representing ACHD in the community and building trust between community members and ACHD.

The anticipated hiring range for these roles is $25.927/hour – $29.816/hour. The full salary range is $25.927/hour – $37.594/hour.

• Complete screenings for Health‑Related Social Needs (HRSN) while individuals are incarcerated.
• Create re‑entry goals in partnership with clients related to identified needs.
• Assist with enrollment in Medicaid.
• Build rapport with individuals in a respectful and non‑judgemental manner.
• Support clients with transportation, housing, and basic needs plan for release.

• Review pre‑release goals and HRSN screenings; update as required.
• Identify and refer clients to appropriate community‑based services, including public health programs, primary care, housing resources, transportation, education, employment, and substance use or behavioral health treatment.
• Assist with benefit enrollment (e.g., Medicaid, SNAP) and complete appropriate community‑based referrals.
• Support clients with obtaining documents required to enroll in programs and gain employment (identification cards, birth certificates, etc.).
• Maintain consistent communication with clients following release to ensure service continuity.
• Provide reminders, appointment scheduling support, and goal development support.
• Track client outcomes, referral follow‑up, and CHW‑Re‑Entry efforts to support clients.

• Participate in community partnerships and project development work groups.
• Uphold confidentiality and ethical standards (e.g., HIPAA).
• Remain aware and updated on community resources available to justice‑involved individuals.

• Support grant reporting requirements.
• Maintain program‑specific documentation and use organizational skills to keep correct forms and tools necessary for documentation.
• Participate in development of systems to support resource coordination and referral for individuals and organizations.
• Enter data into and maintain computer systems or databases; proof data entry and correct errors. Run standard and ad‑hoc reports as required.
• Provide administrative support as assigned for the program: handle confidential matters, including healthcare information protected by HIPAA, and collect information as…