What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Health Worker position at The Primary Health Network?
POSITION SNAPSHOT
Location: Clarion Community Health Center
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm
Employment Status: Full-Time
WHY THIS ROLE
Looking for a rewarding role where you can help individuals overcome barriers to healthcare and connect with important community resources?
Primary Health Network is seeking a Community Health Worker to serve as a trusted link between patients, healthcare providers, and community services. This position helps individuals access care, navigate available resources, and build the knowledge and support needed to improve their health and well-being.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Help patients identify and overcome barriers to receiving healthcare.
- Connect patients with healthcare, social services, and community resources.
- Provide health education, coaching, social support, and advocacy.
- Assist with care coordination, appointment scheduling, transportation needs, insurance concerns, and system navigation.
- Conduct patient outreach and follow-up, including telephone calls and home visits as appropriate.
- Reinforce education provided by healthcare professionals and help patients better understand healthcare information and resources.
- Build relationships with community organizations and participate in community outreach activities.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Healthcare, or a related field preferred, or at least 3 years of directly related work experience.
- Community Health Worker certification or willingness to become certified within the first year of employment.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Strong communication, organization, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and build professional relationships with patients, providers, staff, and community partners.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
COMPENSATION
Starting pay: $18 per hour, however, PHN recognizes experience, education, credentials, and site location when determining wage, as applicable.
BENEFITS
- Medical, dental and vision coverage - employee and family plans available; eligible immediately upon start
- Employer-paid short-term disability
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- 8 paid holidays
- College savings plan
- Fitness center membership reimbursement
- IDShield & LegalShield
- Volunteer Time Off Program
ABOUT PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORK
Primary Health Network is the largest Federally Qualified Health Center in Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide quality primary care services and access to specialty care for the people in the communities we serve.
Ready to make a difference in your community? Apply today to join the PHN team.
Accessibility Support for Applicants
Primary Health Network is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities.
If you experience difficulty accessing our careers site or completing an application, or if you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at recruitment@primary-health.net. Our team will work with you to provide an accessible alternative application process.
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