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Community Health Worker Jobs in Indiana

Community Health Worker Jobs
By CareStar At Hammond, IN, United States
Competitive salary based upon experience, education and knowledge.
Job Qualifications And Educational Requirements
Adheres to the CareStar Rule in the performance of job responsibilities.
High School Diploma, GED or higher education level.
Community Health Worker certification preferred.
One-year experience with community resources within area served.
Community Health Worker Jobs
By Purdue University At , Indianapolis, 46202, In $18.00 - $19.23 an hour
Populations that differ in areas including, but not limited to educational status, socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, language, disabilities, and gender
People with lived experiences related to primary populations
Must have CHW certification or complete CHW training and achieve certification within first six (6) weeks of hire.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a community health worker, community builder or volunteer
Is a resident of Marion County and/or has extensive knowledge of community members, the neighborhood served, and available community resources
In this environment, we are primarily working with populations who have experienced:

Are you looking for a meaningful career that allows you to make a real difference in your community? Become a Community Health Worker and help improve the health and wellbeing of your neighbors! With your help, we can create a healthier, more vibrant community for everyone.

A Community Health Worker (CHW) is a frontline public health worker who is a trusted member of and/or has an unusually close understanding of the community served. This special connection enables CHWs to serve as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery.

What is Community Health Worker Skills Required?

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships and trust with members of the community
• Knowledge of local resources and services
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of health and social services
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Computer literacy
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills

What is Community Health Worker Qualifications?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or training in community health or related field
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Knowledge of local resources and services
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What is Community Health Worker Knowledge?

• Knowledge of public health principles and practices
• Knowledge of health and social services
• Knowledge of local resources and services
• Knowledge of cultural and linguistic competency
• Knowledge of health disparities

What is Community Health Worker Experience?

• Experience working with