Community Health Worker

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Closing Date:

10/12/2025

Type of Position:

Job Type:

RegularNo

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department:

COM OB & GYN ACWIH Postpartum Call Center

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Summary of Job Duties:

We are seeking dynamic and dedicated Community Health Workers (CHWs) to join our Postpartum Call Center team. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on maternal health outcomes in Arkansas through education outreach and community engagement. CHWs will collaborate with patients community-based organizations and local stakeholders to provide education resources and health support. Key responsibilities include individual goal planning case management group education and culturally appropriate outreach for hard-to-reach populations. This position is integral to UAMSs mission of improving public health through innovative and inclusive strategies.

This is a hybrid role requiring candidates to reside within a 100-mile radius of Little Rock or Jonesboro Arkansas. Reliable transportation Working Cell Phone and internet access are essential

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I:

• High School diploma/GED plus two (2) years experience as a CHW
• Must enroll in a certified CHW Training Program within 45 days of employment

Level II:

• High School diploma/GED plus four (4) years experience as a CHW
• Completed certified CHW training program
• Mastered all CHW Competencies for Level I

Level III:

• High School diploma/GED plus nine (9) years experience as a CHW
• Requires CHW certification from ARCHWA
• Mastered all CHW Competencies for Level 1 & II

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Experience in community outreach public health or related fields.
• Ability to mentor and supervise team members.
• Proficiency in case management and group education.
• Knowledge of health disparities and culturally appropriate outreach strategies.
• Organizational and multitasking abilities

Additional Information:

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborates with Program Director to ensure that the program meets or exceeds all accreditation requirements.

CHW I:

Outreach & Recruitment:

• Conducts outreach to individuals communities service providers and groups
• Identifies and recruits individuals families and community groups to services and systems
• Educates health and social service systems and providers about community perspectives and cultural norms
• Facilitates cross-cultural communication among individuals communities and health/social service system workers
• Responsible for the translation and cultural adaptions of resources and educational materials

Care Coordination:

• Coordinates care provides case management support and assists individuals and communities in navigating health and social service systems

Community Coordination:

• Participates in design implementation and interpretation of community-level assessments (e.g. windshield survey of community assets and challenges community asset mapping)
• Presents at local agencies and community events to share information and educate individuals and communities about health and social service concerns and resources

CHW II (in addition to CHW I responsibilities)

Health Education & Clinical Navigation:

• Motivates and encourages people to obtain care and other services
• Supports self-management of disease prevention and management of health conditions including chronic disease
• Assists individuals in building and expanding their personal capacity to identify and manage their health conditions obtain services as needed identify opportunities to help others and represent their needs through communication and advocacy
• Provides basic health support services (e.g. first aid diabetic foot checks)

Community Coordination:

• Assists communities in building capacity by identifying resources coordinating service and support providers linking groups or systems that provide synergistic support and implementing advocacy strategies to address unmet needs
• Collects and distributes materials that meet basic needs (e.g. provides food blankets clothing to those in need)

CHW III (in addition to CHW I & II responsibilities)

Health Education and Care Coordination:

• Provides culturally appropriate health education and information. Educates individuals and communities about how to use health and social service systems
• Conducts health promotion and disease prevention education in a manner that matches linguistic and cultural needs of participants or community
• Provides individual support and coaching
• Motivates and encourages people to obtain care and other services
• Supports self-management of disease prevention and management of health conditions including chronic disease
• Assists individuals in building and expanding their personal capacity to identify and manage their health conditions obtain services as needed identify opportunities to help others and represent their needs through communication and advocacy
• Assists communities in building capacity by identifying resources coordinating service and support providers linking groups or systems that provide synergistic support and implementing advocacy strategies to address unmet needs

Coaching & Mentoring:

• Identifies and works with CHW peers to help others grow professionally act ethically and meet the needs of the individuals and communities served

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

ResumeCover Letter/Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions) Proof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Frequent Physical Activity:

Occasional Physical Activity:

Benefits Eligible:

Yes