What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker (Casual - Bilingual English/Spanish Required) - Managed Care Clinical Operations position at Rady Children's Hospital-San Diego?
This is a casual position which is subject to renewal on 10/06/2026.
Job Summary
The Community Health Worker (CHW) will be responsible for helping patients and their families to help understand their health condition(s), reinforce teaching and/or provide coaching to sustain teaching and Care Plan from Care Management Team, and help patients/families develop strategies to improve health and well being; navigate and access community services and other resources; and build understanding to assist patient families to adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW supports providers and the Care Management Team through an integrated, holistic approach to care management and community outreach. As a priority, activity will promote, maintain, and improve the health of patients and their family. The CHW will also provide social support and informal coaching, as well as advocate for individuals and community health needs. This position involves community outreach, such as home visits and health screenings will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
H.S. Diploma,GED,or Equivalent
CA Driver's License
Proof of Auto Insurance
Successful completion of a Community Health Worker formal training program, and CHW certification
Basic computer skills
Good communication skills, including listening well, and using language appropriately
Ability and willingness to provide emotional support, encouragement and motivation to patients
Bilingual English/Spanish
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's Degree
2 Years of Experience
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting
Experience working in a community-based setting for at least 1 to 2 years
Knowledge of some medical terminology preferred
The current salary range for this position is $21.00 to $28.88
Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
Job Summary
The Community Health Worker (CHW) will be responsible for helping patients and their families to help understand their health condition(s), reinforce teaching and/or provide coaching to sustain teaching and Care Plan from Care Management Team, and help patients/families develop strategies to improve health and well being; navigate and access community services and other resources; and build understanding to assist patient families to adopt healthy behaviors. The CHW supports providers and the Care Management Team through an integrated, holistic approach to care management and community outreach. As a priority, activity will promote, maintain, and improve the health of patients and their family. The CHW will also provide social support and informal coaching, as well as advocate for individuals and community health needs. This position involves community outreach, such as home visits and health screenings will be required.
Minimum Qualifications
H.S. Diploma,GED,or Equivalent
CA Driver's License
Proof of Auto Insurance
Successful completion of a Community Health Worker formal training program, and CHW certification
Basic computer skills
Good communication skills, including listening well, and using language appropriately
Ability and willingness to provide emotional support, encouragement and motivation to patients
Bilingual English/Spanish
Preferred Qualifications
Associate's Degree
2 Years of Experience
Experience working in a multi-cultural setting
Experience working in a community-based setting for at least 1 to 2 years
Knowledge of some medical terminology preferred
The current salary range for this position is $21.00 to $28.88
Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.
Salary : $21 - $29