Community Health Worker, FT, Days - Mercy Berryville

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Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview:

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 worker to serve as a liaison/link between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

• Experience: 1 year health care or social services experience

• Other Skills and Knowledge: Strong relationship and collaboration skills. Excellent communication skills. Ability to work independently. Compassion for poor and underserved members of the community. Basic Microsoft Office skills

• Preferred Qualifications Certification/Registration: Community Health Worker Certification, if available

• Other Skills and Knowledge: Additional language skills as applicable to community

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.