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Raising Hope Inc

Community Health Worker

Providence, RI · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Training & development We are seeking a Community Health Worker to connect persons with disabilities to community resources, including medical care, social services, finance, insurance, and other ...

Your Health

Community Health Worker

Sumter, SC · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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.

CVS Health

Community Health Worker

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$18.50 - $38.82/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Community Health Worker Location: 37 S 40th St Second Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19104 **Now Offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus** Role Description: At Oak Street Health, the Community Health Worker (CHW ...

your health organization

Community Health Worker

Pooler, GA · On-site

$17.25 - $22.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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.

Phsorg

Community Health Worker

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$18.33 - $30.24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Community Health Worker Summary: The community health worker for Northern Roots will support access to health care and resources, as well as our food is medicine program, for high risk children at ...

Your Health Organization

Community Health Worker

Gadsden, SC · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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.

Oak Street Health

Community Health Worker

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$18.50 - $38.82/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Community Health Worker Location: 2310 S Christopher Columbus Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19148 **Now offering a $1,500 Sign-On Bonus!** Role Description: At Oak Street Health, the Community Health ...

Your Health Organization

Community Health Worker

West Columbia, SC · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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.

Career Match Solutions

Community Health Worker

Riverview, FL · On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

Community Health Worker Join our dedicated team as a Community Health Worker and play a vital role in improving health outcomes within underserved communities. This position offers an opportunity to ...

Your Health Organization

Community Health Worker

Okatie, SC

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 Organization

Community Health Worker

Summerton, SC · On-site

$17.75 - $23.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 Organization

Community Health Worker

Columbia, SC · On-site

$17.50 - $23.25/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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.

CommonSpirit Health

Community Health Worker

Merced, CA

$20.25 - $26.50/hr

One California As our Community Health Worker, you will serve as a vital link between underserved communities and essential community resources. You will be instrumental in reducing health ...

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How much do lead community health worker jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead community health worker in the United States is $25.39, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead community health worker?

Lead Community Health Workers are experienced professionals who coordinate and oversee the work of community health workers within a healthcare or community organization. They serve as liaisons between medical providers, social services, and the community, helping to ensure that individuals receive the care and resources they need. In addition to supporting clients, they often provide guidance, training, and supervision to other community health workers. Lead Community Health Workers play a crucial role in improving health outcomes, reducing disparities, and building trust within the communities they serve.

What challenges do lead community health workers face when coordinating with healthcare providers and community organizations?

Lead Community Health Workers often encounter challenges such as bridging communication gaps between healthcare providers and diverse community members, navigating resource limitations, and managing a high caseload. They must balance administrative duties with direct community engagement, ensuring that programs are culturally relevant and accessible. Effective collaboration requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to advocate for both clients and team members while fostering trust among all stakeholders.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a lead community health worker?

To thrive as a Lead Community Health Worker, you need a thorough understanding of community health principles, case management, and typically a background in public health or social services. Familiarity with health information systems, data collection tools, and sometimes certifications like CHW (Community Health Worker) credentials are common requirements. Outstanding leadership, cultural competency, and strong interpersonal communication skills help you guide teams and effectively engage diverse populations. These skills are critical to building trust, improving health outcomes, and managing successful outreach programs in community settings.

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

AspectLead Community Health WorkerCommunity Health Worker
CredentialsTypically requires certification or experience in health education or community outreachOften requires certification or relevant experience in community health
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, coordinates programs, and mentors other workersProvides direct community outreach, education, and support
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in healthcare organizations, public health agencies, and community programsCommonly employed in similar settings, focusing on outreach and education

The main difference is that Lead Community Health Workers oversee and coordinate programs, while Community Health Workers focus on direct community engagement. Both roles require similar credentials and work in comparable environments, but the lead position involves additional leadership responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Lead Community Health Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,817 per year, or $25.4 per hour.

Community Health Worker

Raising Hope Inc

Providence, RI • On-site

$23 - $28/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

We are seeking a Community Health Worker to connect persons with disabilities to community resources, including medical care, social services, finance, insurance, and other health related needs. Ideal candidate must reside or familiar with Rhode Island neighborhoods. This position requires outreach to different communities, and direct contacts with Medicaid recipients, as well as some office responsibilities.  
Qualifications:
  • Certified Community Health Worker by RICB
  • Ability to communicate in English, and other languages, preferably Spanish
  • Current CNA or Home Care experience a plus
  • Ability to prioritize and multitask
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • ​Strong organizational skills
  • Proficient in the use of computer
  • Clean background check

Flexible work from home options available.