Find your calling at Mercy!
A community health worker is a front-line public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This trusting relationship enables the worker to serve as a liaison/link between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Licensure:
None
Experience:
1 year health care or social services experience
Certification/Registration:
None
Other Skills and Knowledge:
Strong relationship and collaboration skills
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work independently
Compassion for poor and underserved members of the community
Basic Microsoft Office skills
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
None
Licensure:
None
Experience:
None
Certification/Registration:
Community Health Worker Certification if available
Other Skills and Knowledge:
Additional language skills as applicable to community
Why Mercy?
From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.