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IMPaCT Care

Community Health Worker

Denver, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We find, train, and support Community Health Workers people who keep their communities healthy through relationships, not just referrals. Our model is the largest, most scientifically validated CHW ...

Carina Health Network

Community Health Team Supervisor

Denver, CO

$66K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working with diverse, underserved, and community-based populations. * Basic understanding of medical terminology and healthcare systems. * Proficiency with electronic health records, care ...

Carina Health Network

Community Health Team Supervisor

Denver, CO · On-site

$66K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working with diverse, underserved, and community-based populations. * Basic understanding of medical terminology and healthcare systems. * Proficiency with electronic health records, care ...

Carina Health Network

Community Health Team Supervisor

Denver, CO · On-site

$66K - $73K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience working with diverse, underserved, and community-based populations. * Basic understanding of medical terminology and healthcare systems. * Proficiency with electronic health records, care ...

Carina Health Network

Community Outreach Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$22 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

By working in collaboratively with participating health centers, the Community Outreach Specialist supports the implementation of outreach strategies, patient engagement efforts, and resource ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community health worker intern?

To thrive as a Community Health Worker Intern, you need foundational knowledge of public health, basic patient outreach skills, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with data entry software, electronic health records, and community resource databases is typically required. Strong interpersonal communication, cultural competency, and problem-solving abilities are crucial soft skills for building trust and supporting diverse populations. These skills enable interns to effectively connect communities with vital health resources, support outreach efforts, and contribute to improved public health outcomes.

What are some common challenges community health worker interns face when working with diverse populations?

As a Community Health Worker Intern, you may encounter challenges such as overcoming language barriers, building trust with community members, and navigating cultural differences. It's important to approach each interaction with empathy and cultural sensitivity, often relying on creative communication strategies and community partnerships. Interns frequently work alongside experienced health workers to develop these skills and learn how to adapt outreach methods to address the unique needs of different populations.

What is the difference between Community Health Worker Intern vs Community Health Worker?

AspectCommunity Health Worker InternCommunity Health Worker
CredentialsOften enrolled in or recently completed relevant training or certification programsTypically certified or experienced in community health practices
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, often part-time, educational, or training-focusedFull-time roles in clinics, community centers, or healthcare organizations
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, or community organizations offering training opportunitiesHealthcare providers, public health agencies, community organizations
Search & Comparison IntentLearning, training, or entry-level experienceProfessional community health work, ongoing employment

The main difference between a Community Health Worker Intern and a Community Health Worker is that the intern is typically in a training or educational phase, gaining experience in community health, while the Community Health Worker is a fully qualified professional providing ongoing health support and services in the community.

What is a community health worker intern?

Community Health Worker Interns are trainees who support public health initiatives by helping connect community members to healthcare resources and services. They typically work under the supervision of experienced community health workers or healthcare professionals and assist with outreach, education, and data collection. Through their internships, they gain hands-on experience in promoting health and wellness, advocating for clients, and addressing barriers to care in underserved communities. This role is often a stepping stone for those interested in pursuing a career in public health or community health work.

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Community Health Worker

Volunteers of America Colorado

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

$21.50 - $24/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Volunteers Of America rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

387th of 772 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

Description

** The Community Health Worker serves as a liaison between residents and health providers and health care agencies in the community. The Community Health Worker helps facilitate residents' access to health care providers and services to improve their health outcomes and wellbeing. This position works in conjunction with the Resident Service Coordinators at Paloma Garden and helps build residents' health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of health-related activities, education and coaching.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborating with Resident Service Coordinators to identify and help address residents' needs.

Collaborating with the Resident Service Coordinators to develop and coordinate on-site health and wellness programs.

Assisting residents with identifying issues that affect their overall health and developing health/social management goals and plans.

Translating and interpreting health information for residents.

Assisting residents with communicating issues and concerns to their medical providers helping to build their capacity for communication and self-advocacy with providers.

Work closely with medical providers to help ensure that residents have comprehensive and coordinated care plans

Work collaboratively with the residents and their health care providers.

Responsible for providing consistent communication to the Resident Service Coordinator.

Engaging residents in on-site health and wellness activities.

Assisting residents with completing health related forms and paperwork. Assisting residents with scheduling health-related appointments.

Documenting all resident interactions and contacts made with residents and on their behalf in an electronic database.

Attending regular staff meetings and training.

Comply with all Fair Housing requirements.


Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

This position works in an indoor office environment with prolonged periods of sitting.

Some local travel is required to fulfill training requirements and attend meetings.

Out of state travel once per year to attend national conference.

Bending, Climbing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching, Crouching, Squatting, Lifting (30 to 50 pounds), Balancing, Standing, Sitting, Hand/Foot motions, Walking, Seeing (Close and distant vision, Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Assess, Estimate), Depth Perception, Hearing/Listening, Speaking/Shouting (Communicate, Discern, Convey, Express, Exchange), Use of Hands/Fingers (Grasping, Holding, Touching), Thinking, Calculating, Memory/Recall, Exposure to Indoor and Outdoor environments.


Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

Full Time, Monday through Friday


Pay Range: $21.50-$24.00/hour


Location:

3140 Mallard Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80910


Requirements

Competencies:

Models core culture attributes of Volunteers of America Colorado that include "AIRS" Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service.

Models Volunteers of America Colorado's three strategical critical virtues of HHS, Hungry, Humble and People Smart

Utilization of various databases for recordkeeping.

Fair Housing Regulations


Minimum Qualifications of the Community Health Worker position:

Bachelor's degree in human services or 3+ years' experience working with older adults in a social services environment.

Knowledge of health-related issues of older adults, such as physician and mental impairments, is common to the aging process.

Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and other public benefit programs.

Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and other stakeholders.


Preferred Qualifications of Position

Certifications:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Home Health Aide.

Resident Engagement:

Ability to build trust and assist residents in identifying and managing health issues

Communication & Tech Skills:

Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word)

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