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CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Phoenix, AZ

$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 ...

Mercy

Community Health Worker

Tulsa, OK

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

A community health worker is a front-line public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the ...

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Wyncote, PA

$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 ...

Your Health

Community Health Worker

Greenville, SC · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between patients, healthcare services, and community resources, ensuring seamless access to care and improving the quality-of-service delivery.

Your Health

Community Health Worker

Greenville, SC · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between patients, healthcare services, and community resources, ensuring seamless access to care and improving the quality-of-service delivery.

Theirc

Community Health Worker

Phoenix, AZ

$18.75 - $24.75/hr

The Community Health Worker participates in a time limited workforce development and applied ... This position is intended as an entry level transitional opportunity that supports workforce ...

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Your Health

Community Health Worker

Sumter, SC · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between patients, healthcare services, and community resources, ensuring seamless access to care and improving the quality-of-service delivery.

Your Health

Community Health Worker

Waycross, GA · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between patients, healthcare services, and community resources, ensuring seamless access to care and improving the quality-of-service delivery.

Your Health

Community Health Worker

Rock Hill, SC · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between patients, healthcare services, and community resources, ensuring seamless access to care and improving the quality-of-service delivery.

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

As of May 31, 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

Good Shepherd Health Care

Hermiston, OR • On-site

$26.52/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision

Posted 14 days ago

Job description

Overview
Employer paid benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision. (qualifying dependents included)
Wage compensation - Min: $ 26.52 Max: $ 46.92
The Community Health Worker will work primarily within the community at client homes as well as throughout the health care system, and with other agencies/organizations to coordinate care and client needs. Works as a team member within the ConneXions Program.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
  • Conduct health education and screening outreach in community and healthcare provider settings to provide health education and raise awareness of health concerns and available community resources and services.
  • Reduce client barriers to health care and needed community resources and services. Facilitate communication and coordination between community resources/services and providers.
  • Maintain knowledge and understanding of available community resources, services, and programs. Create connections between vulnerable populations and community services and resources needed.
  • Provide health screenings for conditions and diseases as well as providing health information on those condition/diseases and areas of concern.
  • Follows the scope of work for Traditional/Community Health Workers outlined by OHA. Ability to be cross trained as Birth Doula, Peer Wellness Specialist, and more, as needed.
  • Works closely with Community Health & Outreach personnel, other departments/clinics, and community care coordination teams.
  • The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
  • Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position. (reference program education curriculum).
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Qualifications:
Education
Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: BA/BS in healthcare field. Training in health education or other healthcare fields.
Licenses/ certifications/ registrations
Required: Valid Oregon driver's license. Certification as a Community Health Worker (CHW) required within 6 months of hire.
Preferred: Certification as a current Community Health Worker (CHW), and/or another relevant healthcare/social services field.
Experience
Required: Prior community outreach and/or medical/office/healthcare experience.
Preferred: Prior experience with teaching or one-on-one counseling for health concerns. In-home visitation experience and phone follow-up experience recommended.
Other:
  • Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.
  • Ability to assist and support creative, independent actions for clients.
  • A well-organized self-starter who works well independently, as well as a team member.
  • General computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, etc.
  • Proficiency in Spanish bilingual/bicultural preferred.
  • Basic understanding of anatomy/physiology and clinical procedures.

Physical Requirements:
The physical and sensory functions described below are essential to the successful performance of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for reading documentation and monitors, and more. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching when assisting patients, coworkers or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typical throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects weighing up to 25 pounds. May sit for long periods of time.
Working Conditions:
This position is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility. While the work setting is protected from outdoor weather conditions, it may be subject to variable indoor temperatures. The role involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, with the expectation that all staff follow appropriate safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
The health care environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances, including high-pressure or emergency situations. The work setting also involves multiple simultaneous demands and varying levels of noise due to medical equipment, staff activity, and patient needs.
40 Hours USD $26.52/Hr. USD $46.92/Hr. 01-8337 Connexions Day

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