What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker (CHW) position at RIVER VALLEY COUNSELING CENTER, INC?
Community Health Worker (CHW) River Valley Counseling Center ? Sullivan
School Holyoke, MA Req \# 1012 At River Valley Counseling Center, Inc.
(RVCC), our mission is to improve the health and well-being of every
person in our community. We provide expert, compassionate care grounded
in honesty, respect, and dignity. Through collaboration, innovation, and
education, we inspire hope and empower positive change in those we
serve. We are committed to being responsible stewards of our resources,
Ensuring Efficient And Cost-effective Care For All. Position Summary
The Community Health Worker builds trusting relationships with clients
and their families while providing culturally appropriate support,
education, and advocacy. This role focuses on connecting individuals to
health and social services, conducting outreach, care coordination, and
promoting community engagement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate
strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a commitment to serving
diverse populations in a collaborative and respectful manner. This is a
10-month position beginning in August 2025. Key Responsibilities: To
provide culturally appropriate health education, information, and
outreach in community-based settings. To bridge/culturally mediate
between individuals, communities and health & human services including
actively building individual and community capacity. To assist clients
to access the services they need. To provide direct services such as
information counseling, social support, care coordination and health
screenings. To advocate for individual and community needs. To
understand the population and communities being served and conduct
supportive research to optimize services. Qualifications: Required:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful
completion of a CHW training program preferred. Experience: 1 to 2 years
of experience working in a community-based setting. Special
Aptitudes/Activities: Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Excellent
oral and written communication skills; ability to establish positive,
supportive and trusting relationships with patients and colleagues and
to work collaboratively and effectively within a team; knowledge of
community social services and resources; knowledge of medical
Terminology And Basic Computer Skills Required. Extensive Understanding
of the Holyoke community including community resources. Preferred: CHW
certification preferred What We Offer: A supportive, mission-driven work
environment Opportunities for professional development and continuing
education Competitive benefits package Collaboration with a
compassionate, multidisciplinary team The chance to make a real
difference in our communities Summary of Benefits: Salary Range:
\$19.75 - \$25.25 Based on years of experience, level of education,
Specialty And Licensure/certifications. Additional Compensation For
advanced education for qualifying positions. Generous time off benefits
for eligible positions Exclusive employee discounts Excellent and
affordable insurance including health, vision, dental and pet insurance
Free access to VHS Fitness & Relaxation center Mileage reimbursement
403b match CEU reimbursement up to \$1,000 per year Tuition
reimbursement up to \$7,000 per year Retention Payments offered to
licensed and licensed eligible clinicians! Our Commitment to Diversity
and Inclusion: River Valley Counseling Center, Inc. is an equal
opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
School Holyoke, MA Req \# 1012 At River Valley Counseling Center, Inc.
(RVCC), our mission is to improve the health and well-being of every
person in our community. We provide expert, compassionate care grounded
in honesty, respect, and dignity. Through collaboration, innovation, and
education, we inspire hope and empower positive change in those we
serve. We are committed to being responsible stewards of our resources,
Ensuring Efficient And Cost-effective Care For All. Position Summary
The Community Health Worker builds trusting relationships with clients
and their families while providing culturally appropriate support,
education, and advocacy. This role focuses on connecting individuals to
health and social services, conducting outreach, care coordination, and
promoting community engagement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate
strong interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a commitment to serving
diverse populations in a collaborative and respectful manner. This is a
10-month position beginning in August 2025. Key Responsibilities: To
provide culturally appropriate health education, information, and
outreach in community-based settings. To bridge/culturally mediate
between individuals, communities and health & human services including
actively building individual and community capacity. To assist clients
to access the services they need. To provide direct services such as
information counseling, social support, care coordination and health
screenings. To advocate for individual and community needs. To
understand the population and communities being served and conduct
supportive research to optimize services. Qualifications: Required:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Successful
completion of a CHW training program preferred. Experience: 1 to 2 years
of experience working in a community-based setting. Special
Aptitudes/Activities: Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Excellent
oral and written communication skills; ability to establish positive,
supportive and trusting relationships with patients and colleagues and
to work collaboratively and effectively within a team; knowledge of
community social services and resources; knowledge of medical
Terminology And Basic Computer Skills Required. Extensive Understanding
of the Holyoke community including community resources. Preferred: CHW
certification preferred What We Offer: A supportive, mission-driven work
environment Opportunities for professional development and continuing
education Competitive benefits package Collaboration with a
compassionate, multidisciplinary team The chance to make a real
difference in our communities Summary of Benefits: Salary Range:
\$19.75 - \$25.25 Based on years of experience, level of education,
Specialty And Licensure/certifications. Additional Compensation For
advanced education for qualifying positions. Generous time off benefits
for eligible positions Exclusive employee discounts Excellent and
affordable insurance including health, vision, dental and pet insurance
Free access to VHS Fitness & Relaxation center Mileage reimbursement
403b match CEU reimbursement up to \$1,000 per year Tuition
reimbursement up to \$7,000 per year Retention Payments offered to
licensed and licensed eligible clinicians! Our Commitment to Diversity
and Inclusion: River Valley Counseling Center, Inc. is an equal
opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to
creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $1,000 - $7,000
