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Community Health Worker

Access Community Health Network

Chicago, IL

Experience Level
Entry-Level
Work Style
On-site
Opportunity Type
Full-time

Position Summary

The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a bridge between the patient and Access Community Health Network and other medical systems. The CHW works to build trusting relationships with community members helping to connect them with the quality care needed. This is a hybrid, grant funded position.

Core Job Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide health education and disease management education
Help individuals navigate the health and social care system
With supervision, provide case management services
Conduct community outreach activities including health fairs, community events, group sessions (virtual or in-person)
Identify barriers to accessing quality care. Work with individual to overcome the barriers and provide referrals.
Conduct home visits for certain interventions as required.
Perform other duties as assigned

  • Health & Wellbeing
  • Medical