Community Health Worker I (Craighead CO.)

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two (2) years of general experience in community outreach, education, case management, and/or administration.
• Must enroll in a certified CHW Training Program within 45 days of employment

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. 

• Reliable transportation, a working cell phone, and internet access are essential.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in community outreach, public health, or related fields.
• Ability to mentor and supervise team members (CHW III).
• Proficiency in case management and group education.
• Knowledge of health disparities and culturally appropriate outreach strategies.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities 

Collaborates with Program Director to ensure that the program meets or exceeds all accreditation requirements.

Outreach & Recruitment:

• →Conducts outreach to individuals, communities, service providers, and groups
• →Identifies and recruits individuals, families, and community groups to services and systems
• →Educates health and social service systems and providers about community perspectives and cultural norms
• →Facilitates cross-cultural communication among individuals, communities, and health/social service system workers
• →Responsible for the translation and cultural adaptions of resources and educational materials

Care Coordination:

• →Coordinates care, provides case management support and assists individuals and communities in navigating health and social service systems

Community Coordination:

• →Participates in design, implementation, and interpretation of community-level assessments (e.g. windshield survey of community assets and challenges, community asset mapping)
• →Presents at local agencies and community events to share information and educate individuals and communities about health and social service concerns and resources

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.