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Brightli

Community Health Worker

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Community Health Worker Location: Greenwood, IN Department: Outpatient Employment Type: Full Time Shift: Monday - Friday Job Summary: Are you passionate about connecting individuals and families to ...

Brightli

Community Health Worker

Indianapolis, IN

$18.25 - $24/hr

Community Health Worker Location: Greenwood, IN Department: Outpatient Employment Type: Full Time Shift: Monday - Friday Job Summary: Are you passionate about connecting individuals and families to ...

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Colorado Springs, CO

$18.50 - $35.29/hr

Community Health Worker Company: Oak Street Health Role Description: The purpose of a Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and ...

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Freeport, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $42.35/hr

Community Health Worker Company: Oak Street Health Role Description: The purpose of a Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and ...

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Woonsocket, RI

$18.50 - $38.82/hr

Community Health Worker Company: Oak Street Health Role Description: The purpose of a Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and ...

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Flushing, NY · On-site

$18.50 - $42.35/hr

Community Health Worker Company: Oak Street Health Role Description: The purpose of a Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and ...

Piedmont Health

Community Health Worker

Chapel Hill, NC · On-site

$22.49 - $30.23/hr

Job Title - Community Health Worker Department - Population Health Reports to - Population Health Manager Benefits - * Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance (Short & Long Term Disability) * 403(b) ...

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Toledo, OH · On-site

$18.50 - $35.29/hr

Community Health Worker Company: Oak Street Health Role Description: The purpose of a Community Health Worker (CHW) at Oak Street Health is to act as the bridge between our patients, community, and ...

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How much do entry level community health worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level community health worker in the United States is $21.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Entry Level Community Health Worker job?

An Entry Level Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for helping communities access healthcare resources, providing education on health topics, and supporting individuals in navigating social services. They often work with underserved populations to promote wellness, connect people to care, and address social determinants of health. CHWs may assist with outreach, advocacy, and preventive care efforts in clinics, community centers, or through home visits. This role typically requires strong communication skills, cultural competency, and a passion for community service.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Entry Level Community Health Worker position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Community Health Worker, you should have a high school diploma or equivalent, basic knowledge of community health principles, and an interest in helping underserved populations. Familiarity with data entry systems, health education materials, and case management software is often beneficial, and some employers may require a community health worker certification. Strong communication, cultural sensitivity, and active listening skills help you effectively engage with diverse community members and build trust. These abilities are crucial for supporting health education, connecting clients with resources, and improving overall community well-being.

What does a typical day look like for an Entry Level Community Health Worker?

A typical day for an Entry Level Community Health Worker often involves meeting with community members to assess their health needs, providing basic health education, and connecting them with local health and social services. You may spend time both in the office handling administrative tasks and out in the community delivering resources or conducting outreach. Collaboration with nurses, social workers, and public health professionals is common to ensure comprehensive support for clients. The work is dynamic and people-focused, making each day rewarding for those interested in making a tangible difference in their community.

Can I work in healthcare with no experience?

Entry level community health worker positions often do not require prior healthcare experience, but they typically require a high school diploma or equivalent. Training is usually provided on the job, and certifications such as CPR or first aid can improve job prospects. Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn are important for success in this role.
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Community Health Worker

VHP Community Health Center

Allentown, PA • On-site

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Community Health Worker, Center for Women's Medicine
Valley Health Partners, Allentown, PA
Job Summary:
The Community Health Worker (CHW) acts as a liaison between patients, health care providers, community-based organizations, social services agencies, schools, and individuals in the community to promote health, reduce disparities, and improve health outcomes across the care continuum. The CHW functions as part of the VHP care teams at health center locations and is deployed to work with patients in home or community environments. The CHW uses their community knowledge, lived experience, and social service resources to build trust, educate, and empower patients to understand and manage health. Understands the experiences, socioeconomic needs, language, and/or culture of the communities served. Outreaches, assesses needs, provides health education, assists with benefits and financial assistance applications, and helps patients navigate health systems. Identifies barriers to care and assists with access to services to improve patient outcomes.
Qualifications:
Education:
  • High School Diploma / GED
  • Associate degree in public health, sociology, or related field, preferred

Experience:
  • 1 year experience in a medical, clinical, or community-based setting required, either as a student, volunteer, paid worker, or community resource advocate. 2 years' experience preferred.
  • 1 year knowledge of community and community resources of geographic area served. Current or former resident of the geographic area served, preferred.
  • 1 year knowledge of state benefit assistance applications.

Licensure:
  • Active Pennsylvania Driver's License upon hire

Training:
  • Pennsylvania State Certified Community Health Worker (or obtain within 1 year of hire)
  • BLS - Basic Life Support (or obtain within 6 months of hire)
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR) (or obtain within 3 months of hire)
  • Certified Application Counselor or Navigator, preferred
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Skills Needed:
  • Functions independently as well as collaboratively.
  • Demonstrates ability to initiate, accept, and adapt to change.
  • Demonstrates time management and organizational skills.
  • Accepts and recognizes differences among people.
  • Intermediate computer skills: Microsoft Office software, electronic mail; ability to learn and document in the electronic medical record, web-based applications, and resources. Knowledge of community resources to assist patients.

Essential Functions:
Builds trust and individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through outreach, community education, social support, and advocacy
  • Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate health education using evidence-based sources.
  • Provides telephonic, virtual, or outreach to patients based on referrals from care team.
  • Conducts home/on-site visits to monitor patient progress or assess needs.
  • Establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with community-based organizations to promote individual care delivery, education, advocacy, and public health.
  • Attends community meetings or health fairs to understand community issues or to build
    relationships with community members. Distributes flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of a targeted community. Collects information from individuals to compile vital statistics about the general health of community members.
  • Advocates for policy changes as they relate to individual and community needs with stakeholders across the entire care continuum to transform public awareness, organizational rules, institutional practices, and/or public policies
  • Assists and empowers patient and community capacity building through advocacy, education, skill development, networking, prioritizing needs, and gaining access and resources to meet specific needs and goals.
  • Acts as a liaison between providers/care team and patients to bridge the gap when working with individuals and/or groups from diverse cultures.

Addresses Social Determinants of Health
  • Screens for Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) and connects patient to appropriate internal and external community resources for support.
  • Utilizes local resource databases as needed.
  • Documents succinctly and timely, all patient contacts, face-to-face and telephonic, in electronic medical records system according to organizational policies and procedures.

Assists patients to apply for financial assistance and/or state benefit programs
  • Assists eligible patients to apply for state benefit programs in PA Compass such as Medicaid, Women Infants and Children (WIC), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and others as well as VHPCHC's Sliding Fee Scale Discount Program
  • Ensures eligibility assistance applications are completed accurately with all required documentation.
  • Gathers required documentation and troubleshoots the enrollment process.
  • Monitors enrollment status of patients to ensure completion of application process.
  • Communicates with the local County Assistance Office (CAO) and VHP Financial Counseling team as needed.

Enhances patient's ability to effectively communicate with healthcare providers and care team members
  • Advocates on behalf of patients, families, caregivers, and communities to obtain needed care and/or resources.
  • Supports patients' ability to participate in making decisions about their care.
  • Informs health care providers and care team members of barriers and challenges that limit patients' abilities to follow care plan and navigate the health care system.
  • Educates, role models, and supports patients and providers in relationship building interactions to support better health outcomes.
  • Seeks assistance and utilize supervision as necessary to address challenging and/or ethical situations related to role responsibilities.
  • Maintains privacy of patients and upholds the confidentiality requirements.
  • Maintains a professional demeanor with patients, customers, partners, and colleagues.
  • Enhances team effectiveness by arriving on time and ready to work.
  • Complies with VHP policies regarding attendance and dress code.

Performs other related duties as assigned by the Leadership Team.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits:
      • Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans with great coverage at VERY affordable rates.
      • 403b Retirement Plan with generous company match
      • Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, sick & personal days
      • Employee Assistance Program
      • Tuition Reimbursement

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