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Brightpoint Health

Community Health Worker

Yonkers, NY

$21 - $24.35/hr

The Community Outreach Worker will conduct outreach and provide supportive services for potential ... Americans with Disabilities Act Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be ...

Sanford Health

Community Health Worker

Bemidji, MN

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

Summary The Community Health Worker (CHW) will serve as a bridge between under-served communities ... Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and ...

Sanford Health

Community Health Worker

Marshfield, WI

$19 - $25/hr

No Department Details Summary The Community Health Worker (CHW) will serve as a bridge between ... Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and ...

Vinfen

Community Health Worker

Lowell, MA

$50K/yr

The Community Health Worker will support the Community Support Program (CSP) and Health Related ... Company paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance * Voluntary ...

Sanford Health

Community Health Worker

Marshfield, WI · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

No Department Details Summary The Community Health Worker (CHW) will serve as a bridge between ... Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and ...

Ioaging

Community Health Worker

Nevada City, CA

$30 - $32/hr

... disabilities maintain their quality of life. With over 23 programs, we offer multiple ways to aid ... HS Diploma, Community Health Worker certificate preferred. BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE: * At least 2 ...

CentraCare Health

Community Health Worker

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

$19.91 - $29.87/hr

The Community Health Worker is a member of the community who applies their unique understanding of ... All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to ...

Heluna Health

Community Health Worker

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$23 - $24.88/hr

Working with clients during incarceration, the Community Health Worker helps ensure continuity of ... Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is ...

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How much do community disability worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for community disability worker in the United States is $20.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $23.56 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Community Disability Worker vs Personal Support Worker?

AspectCommunity Disability WorkerPersonal Support Worker
CredentialsCertifications in disability support, relevant trainingBasic caregiving training, certifications vary
Work EnvironmentCommunity settings, clients with disabilitiesHome care, assisted living facilities
Employer & IndustryNon-profits, government agencies, disability servicesHome care agencies, healthcare providers
Search & Comparison IntentDisability support roles, community servicesHome care, personal assistance

Community Disability Workers focus on supporting individuals with disabilities in community settings, often requiring specialized certifications. Personal Support Workers primarily assist clients in home environments with daily living tasks. While both roles involve caregiving, Community Disability Workers typically work in broader community programs, whereas Personal Support Workers are more home-based. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and career goals.

What are some common challenges a Community Disability Worker might face when supporting clients in the community?

Community Disability Workers often encounter challenges such as adapting support strategies to meet each client’s unique needs, navigating limited resources, and advocating for accessibility in various community settings. Balancing the preferences and independence of clients with their safety can also require careful judgment. Building trust and fostering strong communication with clients, their families, and other professionals is key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring effective support.

What are Community Disability Workers?

Community Disability Workers are professionals who support individuals with disabilities to live as independently as possible within their communities. They assist with daily living activities, provide advocacy, help clients access resources, and promote inclusion and social participation. Their work may involve supporting clients at home, in the workplace, or during recreational activities, focusing on enhancing quality of life and self-determination. Community Disability Workers often collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and other support networks to ensure holistic care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Community Disability Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Disability Worker, you need a solid understanding of disability support, crisis intervention, and person-centered planning, often supported by a diploma or certificate in human services or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, assistive technologies, and documentation systems is typically required. Compassion, patience, strong communication, and problem-solving skills help build trust and advocate effectively for clients. These competencies are vital for providing meaningful support, promoting independence, and ensuring the well-being of individuals with disabilities.
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Community Disability Worker jobs near you
Infographic showing various Community Disability Worker job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% As Needed, 62% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,067 per year, or $20.7 per hour.
Community Support Worker

Community Support Worker

Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

$22.50 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assess individual needs of clients.

  • Create individualized service plans with direct input from clients in accordance with CCSS requirements.

  • Refer clients to appropriate programs and agencies for coordination of wrap-around services in the community.

Job description

Since 1985, Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless has dedicated its mission exclusively to providing services to people experiencing homelessness. AHCH provides a distinctive continuum of integrated care through outreach and site-based services to address the health-related causes and consequences of homelessness. Our vision is to live in a world that is just and without homelessness. We believe that homelessness is an issue that can be solved through access to quality health care, adequate and affordable housing, and a living wage.
Our ideal candidate is someone with strong critical thinking skills, a client-centered mindset, and the ability to work well with diverse populations. The candidate must be comfortable with traveling to clients in various parts of the city and transporting clients in our company vehicles.
AHCH practices a harm reduction approach in all services and we seek candidates that embrace and uphold this philosophy and provide services within a trauma informed framework. We are a housing first, treat first organization that strives to remove as many barriers to health care and housing as possible.
CSW caseloads can vary from 20-30 depending on client acuity and it is expected that the CSW will have a minimum of 60 encounters per month. Additionally, documentation of encounters must be completed within 72 hours of the visit date.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assess individual needs of clients
  • Create individualized service plans with direct input from client in accordance with CCSS
    requirements
  • Work in an integrated manner with other AHCH programs to optimize client care
  • Refer client to appropriate programs and agencies for coordination of wrap-around
    services in the community
  • Participate in client chart audits for peer review
  • Provide direct service to clients with 60% of contacts conducted in home
    visits/community visits
  • Perform duties in a trauma informed and client centered manner
  • Ensure accurate and appropriate documentation of all client contacts in Electronic Health
    Record (EHR) within timeframe required by AHCH procedure and billing standards
  • Attend program-specific meetings and trainings including clinical supervision with
    Behavioral Health Clinical Director
  • Attend organizational meetings and trainings

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Ability to work in a client centered, trauma informed, and harm reduction manner to assist clients in meeting the goals that they develop
  • NM driver's license (or the ability to obtain an NM driver's license within 30 days of start date) and clean driving record

  • A bachelor's degree in a human service field from an accredited university and one year relevant experience with the target population

OR
  • An associate's degree and a minimum of two years of experience working with the target population

OR
  • A high school graduation or general educational development (GED) test and a minimum of three years of experience working with the target population

Preferred Qualifications:
  • CCSS certification
  • Experience in trauma-informed care and harm reduction models
  • Bilingual or Spanish speaking

All benefits start the month after you begin work:
  • Low cost medical, vision, and dental insurance with health club membership
  • Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment fully paid for by organization
  • Long Term Disability fully paid for by organization
  • Paid Time Off - 24 days in first year of employment
  • Catastrophic Sick Time accrual
  • 7 Paid holidays
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with employer match
  • Student loan forgiveness eligible

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
This organization participates in E-Verify.

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