Under supervision, the Community Health Worker I (CHW I) provides health education, disease management education, health care and social service navigation services, and/or case management services to patients/community residents.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED.

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:

• One year of health education, health care, or related experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Ability to provide health education, one-on-one and in groups.  Ability to provide case management under supervision.
• Familiarity with and/or experience with working in Chicago’s West Side and/or South Side communities (resident of West Side or South Side communities preferred).
• Passion for and dedication to working with community members and providers.
• Ability to connect and build trust with diverse patient/participant population.
• Demonstrated commitment to racial and health equity.
• Punctual, reliable, and willing to learn.
• Working understanding of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and own car preferred (required for some positions).
• Bilingual in Spanish may be required for some positions.

**** Hours are flexible but will include some evening and weekend hours scheduled in advance.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATIONS:

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