Community Health Worker

Location: Northern

## Community Health Worker Apply:
Reid Health Main Campus:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR2626

Community Health Worker
9325 Integrated Community Access and Chronic Disease Network (CDMP)
*** This grant-funded position is authorized in one-year funding periods
** and is contingent upon continued grant funding, program requirements, and achievement of required outcomes. Grant funding may be renewed for additional periods; however, if funding is not renewed or otherwise becomes unavailable, employment in this position will end at the conclusion of the applicable funding period. Employment with Reid Health is at will, meaning that either the employee or Reid Health may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause, subject to applicable law.
** This Rural Health Transformation Program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $.80 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government
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* Schedule:

** Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; however, schedules may vary based on community events and departmental needs. Evening and weekend work will be required as needed.
** About the Position
** The Community Health Worker assists Reid Health in achieving its mission to lead our communities to well-being, one person at a time, by effectively developing, coordinating, and implementing activities and outreach initiatives that align with Reid Health’s Community Health Needs Assessment, emerging and urgent community needs and/or the Indiana Department of Health’s public health priorities. The Community Health Worker is primarily responsible for providing support to the community through outreach, education, and resource navigation for patients and individuals in Reid’s service area.

This includes helping address non-medical drivers of health such as food access, transportation support, and linkage to vital community resources. This position requires a commitment to the overall improvement of community health, with a focus on the prioritized health needs for Reid Health and the state of Indiana. The Community Health Worker is also expected to build and maintain strong partnerships within Reid’s nonprofit network to support coordinated referrals, improve access to services, and strengthen community-based support for individuals and families.
** Overview of Responsibilities
** Community Health Education & Outreach  o Develop, deliver, and evaluate health education programs and initiatives aligned with Reid Health’s Community Health Needs Assessment priorities, Indiana Department of Health priorities, and emerging community needs.  o Promote health literacy by providing clear, accurate, and accessible health information that supports informed decision-making and healthy behaviors.  o Collaborate with healthcare providers, schools, faith-based organizations, businesses, government agencies, and community partners to improve community health outcomes and expand access to services.  

o Plan, coordinate, and participate in community outreach events and health fairs, including setting up and managing vendor tables, engaging attendees, sharing health and community resources, gathering feedback, and supporting efforts to increase awareness of organizational programs and services.
• Resource Navigation & Patient Support  o Establish trusting relationships with patients, families, community members, and partner organizations while providing support, encouragement, and advocacy.  o Connect individuals to…