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CommonSpirit Health

Community Health Worker

Phoenix, AZ

$18 - $23.75/hr

As our Community Health Worker, you will be a cornerstone in driving healthy behaviors and improving health equity within our community, especially for high-risk and underserved populations. You will ...

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Community Health Worker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Position Summary The Community Health Worker provides care coordination and patient support following hospital discharge or field visits. The CHW does not perform in home visits. This role focuses on ...

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Community Health Worker

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.25 - $24/hr

Position Summary The Community Health Worker provides care coordination and patient support following hospital discharge or field visits. The CHW does not perform in home visits. This role focuses on ...

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Behavior Care Worker (Part Time Available)

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Health workers are professionals who provide a range of health care services to individuals and communities. They include doctors, nurses, community health workers, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals. Health workers are essential for promoting health, preventing disease, delivering treatment, and supporting patients throughout their healthcare journey. Their roles may vary depending on their training, specialization, and the needs of the community they serve.

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To thrive as a Health Worker, you need a solid understanding of basic healthcare practices, public health principles, and often a relevant certification or diploma. Familiarity with health information systems, data collection tools, and sometimes first aid or community health certifications is common. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, and effective communication help build trust and rapport with diverse communities. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective care, promoting health education, and supporting community well-being.

What are some common challenges health workers face when working in community settings?

Health Workers in community settings often encounter challenges such as managing high caseloads, navigating cultural differences, and addressing limited resources. They must balance providing care with community outreach, health education, and sometimes language barriers. Building trust with community members is essential, and collaborating with local organizations and healthcare providers is a key part of their role. These challenges require adaptability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to ongoing learning.

What is the difference between Health Worker vs Nurse?

AspectHealth WorkerNurse
Required CredentialsCertificate or diploma in health support or community healthRegistered nursing degree and licensure
Work EnvironmentCommunity clinics, hospitals, home careHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities
Employer & Industry UsagePublic health agencies, NGOs, healthcare facilitiesHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Health Workers provide basic health support, education, and assist with patient care under supervision. Nurses have advanced training, perform clinical assessments, administer treatments, and manage patient care independently. While both roles are vital in healthcare, nurses typically have more specialized skills and responsibilities compared to general health workers.

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Infographic showing various Health Worker job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,497 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Community Health Worker

Phoenix, AZ

CommonSpirit Health
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
Learn more about CommonSpirit Healthexternal

$18 - $23.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 hours ago

CommonSpirit Health rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 548 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) 
Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.


Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

  • Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
  • Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
  • Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.


Why SJHMC?

  • Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
  • Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
  • Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.


As our Community Health Worker, you will be a cornerstone in driving healthy behaviors and improving health equity within our community, especially for high-risk and underserved populations. You will lead outreach efforts, implement vital health programs, and act as a crucial link between individuals and essential healthcare services in our Foundation Funded Employees department. 


Every day you will conduct outreach for various health initiatives, advising individuals and groups on critical issues like diabetes, obesity, prevention, immunization, and childcare. You will identify and contact members of high-risk groups (e.g., minorities, low-income, pregnant women), providing one-on-one coaching and cultural mediation related to health services.


To be successful in this role, you will possess a profound understanding of the cultural and geographical nuances of underserved communities. A strong ability to problem-solve, coupled with empathy and resilience, is essential for effectively removing barriers to care and empowering clients.

  • Advise clients or community groups on issues related to diabetes and obesity, improving general health, diet and exercise, prevention, sanitation or hygiene, self care, social issues, education, childcare or problem solving.
  • Act as a resource to all clients, providers and the community. Attend community meetings and health fairs to understand community issues and build relationships with community members.
  • Distribute flyer's, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of a targeted community. Refer community members to needed health services.
  • Advise clients or community groups to ensure parental understanding of the importance of childhood immunizations and how to access immunization services
  • Advocate for individual or community health needs with government agencies or health service providers.

Required

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Experience working in the community
  • Experience with Community Organizations and Home Health follow-up
  • Ability to work independently, set priorities and manage work within timeframes, read and analyze technical material, communicate effectively verbally and in writing, positive mental attitude
  • Strong customer service orientation and the ability to handle highly confidential information essential
  • Must be computer literate
  • Will complete Community Health Worker (CHW) or Promotoras training
  • Occasional Weekends

Preferred

  • Bachelors Degree
  • Teaching experience
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
  • Completed Community Health Worker (CHW) or Promotoras training

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