About this Community Health Worker I - FT, Days role at Mercy
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:
Location
Mercy Hospital Southeast
2002 Kanell Blvd
Poplar Bluff, MO 63901
Hours/Schedule
Full-Time (40-hrs per week)
Days
Minimum Required Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Licensure:
None
Experience:
1-year CHW experience or equivalent
Certification/Registration:
Mercy provided Community Health Worker training certificate within 6-12 months
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
Must be proficient with Microsoft Applications and be able to document in an EMR
Must have access to reliable transportation
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.
