Community Health Worker
MHM Support Services
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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 communityWhy 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.
Summary
Serve as liaison between community and health services to improve access and cultural competence.
Job title
Community Health Worker
Experience level
1+ years
Minimum experience
1+ years exp
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City; on-site work only.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Oklahoma City, OK, USA