Community Health Worker

A community health worker is a front-line public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison/link between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Location:

Mercy Hospital Southeast, 2002 Kanell Blvd, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

Hours/

Schedule:

Full-Time (40-hrs per week)

High School Diploma or equivalent

High School Diploma or equivalent

None

1-year CHW experience or equivalent

Mercy provided Community Health Worker training certificate within 6-12 months

• Strong relationship and collaboration skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Compassion for poor and underserved members of the community
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Applications and be able to document in an EMR
• Must have access to reliable transportation
• Additional language skills as applicable to community

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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