Community Health Worker
Huntsville, Arkansas, 72740, United States On-site
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About the role
Boston Mountain Rural Health Center (BMRHC) is seeking a compassionate, motivated Community Health Worker (CHW) to join our team. In this role, you'll serve as a trusted advocate and resource for patients, helping them overcome barriers to care, access financial assistance programs, and connect with services that improve their health and quality of life. The Community Health Worker serves as a vital link between patients, healthcare providers, and community resources. This role focuses on helping patients navigate healthcare and financial assistance programs, including insurance enrollment, sliding fee applications, and payment plans. The CHW also provides education, outreach, advocacy, and support to help patients access the care and services they need to thrive.
What you'll bring
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Active BLS certification.
- Certified Community Health Worker (CHW), eligible for Arkansas CHW certification through the Experiential Track, or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.
- Some college coursework and/or healthcare experience.
- Knowledge of insurance programs, financial assistance processes, and community resources.
- Experience working with diverse populations.
- Bilingual skills a plus (English/Spanish or other languages).
- Experience using electronic health records and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.