PRN Cultural Community Health Worker - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Center; varied shift
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Community Health, Health Promotion
PRN Cultural Community Health Worker - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Center (varied shifts bi-weekly; 8:00a-4:30p)
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Job Location: 101 Truman Medical Center, University Health Truman Medical Center, Kansas City, Missouri
Department: Language Access UHTMC
Position Type: Part time
Work Schedule: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Hours Per Week: 4
Job DescriptionCultural Community Health Worker (CCHW)
Empower communities. Advocate for equity. Bridge the gap in care.
Position Summary: We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Cultural Community Health Worker (CCHW) to support and uplift Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. As a trusted connector, you'll provide culturally responsive outreach, health education, and care navigation, while addressing social determinants of health and advocating for individual and community needs.
You’ll meet people where they are — in their homes, neighborhoods, hospitals, and community spaces — to help reduce health disparities, increase access to services, and promote human rights and social justice.
What You’ll Do- Provide health education and connect individuals to resources
- Conduct home and community visits
- Help people apply for health benefits and access needed care
- Serve as a trusted advocate for underserved communities
- Collaborate with families and partners to address complex social needs
- High school diploma or GED
- 1+ year CHW or related community experience
- Comfortable visiting homes, hospitals, and community settings
- Strong empathy, communication, and collaboration skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Bilingual (English/Spanish, Arabic, Somali, or Pashto) preferred
- You’ll be a frontline advocate for equity and wellness
- You’ll connect people to life‑changing resources
- You’ll be part of a team committed to justice and health for all
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