A Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a vital link between healthcare providers and the community, particularly underserved populations providing outreach, education, and support to improve health outcomes. They help individuals and families navigate the healthcare system, access resources, and adopt healthy behaviors. CHWs often come from the communities they serve, enabling them to build trust and provide culturally relevant support. The CHW will be responsible for a number of different tasks that develop, deliver, and administer educational and community programs for external audiences through the Primary Prevention Mobile Health Unit. The Mobile Health Unit promotes and fosters lifelong learning and outreach activities for individuals, families, organizations, and communities. Job duties will include linkage to health and social services.
This job requires a blend of local and in-state travel with some overnight stays. Must be willing to work early mornings, late evenings, and weekends.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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