Job Description
Job Description:
We are looking for someone with the gift of caring to work as a full-time Community Health Worker. CHWs are natural helpers and individuals who have a close understanding of the communities they serve. They are specifically hired and trained to address behavioral and social determinants of health through patient-centered goal setting. CHWs reach beyond clinic walls to help patients meet their goals. They creatively leverage patient, family, and community resources to address root causes of patient’s health concerns.CHWs work to increase access to medical, behavioral health, and community services. The goal of this team is to improve patient overall wellbeing through developing trusted relationships with the patient and their family.Education Qualifications:
Required Education:
- None
Preferred Education:
- Bachelors in healthcare, population health, community health, or a related field
- Community Health Worker (CHW) certificate
Required Qualifications:
- 1 of experience in customer service, social service, healthcare, behavioral health, or a related field
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years working in community or behavioral health
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Facilitation skills
- A desire to make a healthy difference in people's lives
- A long term interest in working in community health
Duluth, MN – Like Nowhere Else!
Making your home in the port city of Duluth allows you to live and work on the shores of the largest freshwater lake in the world. With ships arriving daily and beautiful swimming beaches throughout the area, Lake Superior truly makes Duluth a place like no other. And here your career, too, comes with a view — you can see Lake Superior every day from the windows in your workplace! Life in the Twin Ports area — the metropolitan area created by Duluth and Superior, WI — combines big-city energy and opportunities with our small-town feel. With four distinct seasons, a thriving arts and culture scene, and recreational opportunities such as biking, hiking, swimming, fishing, and sailing — we truly have something for everyone.
Making a Healthy Difference in YOUR life
We understand better than most how important your health is. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits packages that meet the unique needs of you and your family. These benefits include:
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
- Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
- Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
Life at Essentia
At Essentia, you are more than just a number; your role is crucial for delivering exceptional patient care! We value each team member's dedication and offer opportunities for growth, development, and a strong sense of belonging. We're excited to invest in you as a valued member of our team through:
- Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
- Colleague Resource Groups: Colleague Resource Groups (CRGs) are employee-led networks designed to foster inclusion, belonging, and professional growth within the organization. They offer voluntary spaces for collaboration and socialization, aiming to support members, enhance organizational culture, and engage with the broader community.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
Community Health Worker (CHW) certificate preferred