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Community Health Worker- Hybrid- Cincinnati Market

Mercy Health · Work at Home - Ohio Cincinnati Market

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Must Reside in the Greater Cincinnati Area

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Community Health Worker – Cincinnati Market

Job Summary:

The Community Health Worker focuses on direct support, outreach, and engagement to improve community health outcomes, focusing on improving health, well-being, and access to essential services. The Community Health Worker serves as a liaison between community members or patients and health and social service systems, providing culturally appropriate health education and addressing basic social drivers of health. Community Health Workers may work in a variety of settings, including serving in the community or assisting patients in physician practices based on specific market design.  

Essential Functions:

  • Builds trusting relationships with individuals and communities to mediate between individuals and health/social service systems. Identifies and engages individuals and families in need through outreach activities and community events. 
  • Evaluates the specific needs and challenges faced by community members, including health, social, and educational needs. Identifies barriers such as housing, food insecurity, and transportation challenges, and connects individuals to appropriate resources.  
  • May conduct outreach activities, including home visits and participation in community health fairs and local events, to build awareness and engage underserved populations.  
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date records to support advocacy efforts, monitor outcomes, and contribute to program evaluation.  
  • May perform or assist with health education and/or basic health screenings, such as blood pressure and glucose checks, under appropriate supervision.  
  • Provides support to ongoing community health programs. 

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. 

Education:

  • ​​​High School Diploma or equivalent (required)​​  
  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Psychology, or related field (preferred) 

Required Licensing & Certifications:

  • ​​Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification in the state of practice (preferred; required within 12 months of hire)​  
  • Valid driver's license with good driving record (required, South Carolina only) 

Experience:

  • ​1 year of recent experience in a community outreach or healthcare setting (preferred) 

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills: 

  • ​Proficient with computers and accuracy with data entry and Microsoft Office.​​​  
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.  

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Soft/Interpersonal Skills: 

  • ​​​​​Sensitivity and experience in working within different cultures.​  
  • Ability to separate personal from professional interactions with clients and maintain professional/ethical boundaries. 
  • Ability to learn and implement new procedures and adapt to emerging community needs.   
  • Cultural competency and ability to work with diverse populations.   
  • Attention to detail 
  • Communication and Collaboration skills 
  • Critical thinking 
  • Teamwork 
  • Conflict resolution 
  • Active listening 
  • Relationship building 

Training:

None

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. 

What we offer
•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
 

Department:

Community Health - Cincinnati Regional Office

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].

Healthcare pay context

Based on 3,290 disclosed Healthcare salaries on RoleSuite, the role pays a median of $111K/year, with most offers between $87K and $165K (10th–90th percentile: $68K–$255K).

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