Community Health Worker
Content + Source + Freshness • 12 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value role focused on community health support, ideal for those interested in hands-on outreach and education.
- Role focused on community health outreach
- Flexibility in working environments and hours
- Encounters with diverse populations to improve care access
- Limited advancement opportunities
Pros
- Direct engagement with community members enhances outreach skills.
- Flexibility in role allows for diverse working environments.
- Opportunity to build relationships with community resources.
Cons
- Entry-level position with limited career advancement opportunities.
- Potential emotional strain from working with underserved populations.
- May require extensive travel for community engagement.
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-Level • Field-based with community interactions
Good fit
- Candidates passionate about community health
- Entry-level professionals in healthcare
- Individuals eager to support diverse populations
Not recommended for
- Senior professionals seeking leadership roles
- Those averse to field-based work
- Candidates not interested in patient-facing roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The CHW-BH is a core member of the interdisciplinary care team (ICT), focused on supporting members’ compliance to their treatment plan and locating those who have been lost to care. The CHW-BH primarily interfaces with members in the community setting, meeting members in their home or community location.
The CHW- BH serves as an active support to members to encourage and educate on the importance of medical care and compliance with treatment and care plan goals. The CHW-BH is knowledgeable of community resources and acts as a liaison between members and resources to refer and link members to necessary community-based services. The CHW-BH establishes and maintains a trusting rapport with members, families, and relevant stakeholders for a specific assignment or within an estimated 3-6 month timeframe, as indicated, and based on the CHW trigger list.
Education and Experience
- High School degree or equivalency.
- 2+ years serving the needs of the local population, preferably in a healthcare setting or community/outreach organization with experience in the following:
Working knowledge and relationships with community resources and support services
Cultural competence in working with a diverse population
Delivering peer support
- Ability to work independently in the field
- Active Driver’s license and personal vehicle
- Strong communication skills to effectively communicate with members and community partners.
