What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHRISTUS Community Connector I position at AmeriCorps?
The CHRISTUS Community Connections program began in September 2025 in response to the need to address health related social needs in the communities in which CHRISTUS Health services. Community Connections addresses the social determinants of health by providing patients and community members in Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Mexico with screening, education, referral, and navigation services to address needs identified, linking individuals between health and social services. Working collaboratively as part of a team of AmeriCorps Community Connector Members, Community Health Workers, clinicians, and administrative staff, the AmeriCorps Community Connector I provides culturally competent, patient-centered screening, referral, and navigation services to connect individuals and families with appropriate social and medical resources. The role includes developing care plans, identifying barriers and goals, supporting communication between individuals and service providers, and delivering education on health, wellness, and community resources. The Community Connector I also collects and maintains referral and outcome data in accordance with established protocols and confidentiality requirements and supports initiatives aligned with the Community Health Needs Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan. CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based non-profit health and wellness system dedicated to extending the health ministry of Jesus Christ with a particular concern for improving the health outcomes and resolving the social needs of historically underserved individuals.
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Member Duties : The Community Connector I will 1) screen for social needs, develop action plans, and link individuals to appropriate community resources through referral and navigation services; 2) establish trusting relationships through ongoing visits and/or follow-up phone calls; 3) educate and inform individuals about healthcare, social and community resources, wellness, and disease prevention; 4) obtain and maintain up to date information about resources in the community; 5) enhance care quality by coordinating activities and aiding communication between individuals and healthcare and/or community resource providers; 6) assist with chronic disease self-management, medication adherence, and primary care access; 7) collaborate with community partners to obtain feedback on the results of referral and navigation services; 8) complete appropriate documentation while protecting the confidentiality of personal information.
Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Certification as a CHW , Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage .
Terms
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .
Service Areas
Health .
Skills
Communications , Social Services , Team Work , General Skills , Public Health , Computers/Technology .
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Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
CHRISTUS Community Connector I
Program Start/End Date
09/16/2025 - 09/15/2028
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations NEW MEXICO , TEXAS , LOUISIANA
Accepting Applications
From 02/18/2026 To 01/15/2027
To Apply
Phone 210-704-4890
E-mail americorps@christushealth.org
Website https://careers.christushealth.org/learning-opportunities/americorps
Contact Chara Abrams
5101 N O Connor Blvd
Irving TX 75039
469-282-2609
americorps@christushealth.org
https://careers.christushealth.org/learning-opportunities/americorps
Listing ID 128644
Further help on this page can be found by clicking here .
Member Duties : The Community Connector I will 1) screen for social needs, develop action plans, and link individuals to appropriate community resources through referral and navigation services; 2) establish trusting relationships through ongoing visits and/or follow-up phone calls; 3) educate and inform individuals about healthcare, social and community resources, wellness, and disease prevention; 4) obtain and maintain up to date information about resources in the community; 5) enhance care quality by coordinating activities and aiding communication between individuals and healthcare and/or community resource providers; 6) assist with chronic disease self-management, medication adherence, and primary care access; 7) collaborate with community partners to obtain feedback on the results of referral and navigation services; 8) complete appropriate documentation while protecting the confidentiality of personal information.
Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Certification as a CHW , Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Health Coverage .
Terms
Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Uniforms provided and required .
Service Areas
Health .
Skills
Communications , Social Services , Team Work , General Skills , Public Health , Computers/Technology .
Refine Search
Summary
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
CHRISTUS Community Connector I
Program Start/End Date
09/16/2025 - 09/15/2028
Work Schedule Full Time
Education level
High school diploma/GED
Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None
Program Locations NEW MEXICO , TEXAS , LOUISIANA
Accepting Applications
From 02/18/2026 To 01/15/2027
To Apply
Phone 210-704-4890
E-mail americorps@christushealth.org
Website https://careers.christushealth.org/learning-opportunities/americorps
Contact Chara Abrams
5101 N O Connor Blvd
Irving TX 75039
469-282-2609
americorps@christushealth.org
https://careers.christushealth.org/learning-opportunities/americorps
Listing ID 128644