If you are a forward-thinking and compassionate individual looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference, you must apply!

 

As a Community Health Care (CHW) you will support and coach at-risk patients to manage their own health and assist them in navigating the health care and social service systems. A CHW works an integrated role in the network of clinics, hospital systems, and community-based agencies. Community Health Worker is a vital communicator that bridges the gap between healthcare providers and people in need of care. In addition, they serve as a link between patients and health or social service agencies.

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The CHW assists patients in the community through home visits, attending medical appointments, and other community-based resources and organizing appointments and transportation for the patient. They provide each patient with education, support, and necessary health-related information and make necessary referrals. 

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Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or GED required

• Must have strong PC proficiency and MS Office skills

• Must be able to manage time effectively in order to complete tasks and meet deadlines

• Ability to function effectively in an autonomous work environment and as a team

• Must have good interpersonal skills with the ability to relate to diverse groups of people and people on all levels

• Ability to prioritize workload and manage multiple tasks with different deadlines

• Reliable and accessible transportation along with current insurance coverage

• Experience working with underserved and diverse populations in community settings

• Experience in navigating health and social service systems

• Demonstrated ability to support, coach and motivate patients to reach their goals

• Additional certifications and education in community health are a plus

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We offer competitive wages and exceptional benefits. For more information about this position, contact Jessica Stewart at (785) 540-4904 or e-mail jstewart@phillipshospital.org. 

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Applications can be picked up at the Phillips County Hospital at 1150 State Street in Phillipsburg, KS or downloaded on our website.