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Community Health Worker


Job Location:

Monterey, CA - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 25 - 30
Posted: 4 September 2026 (6 days ago)
Application Deadline: 2 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Community Health Worker Hybrid
Location: Salinas CA (Monterey/South Monterey County)
Salary: $25.00$30.00 hourly
Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Community Health Worker to provide person-centered support to Medi-Cal members enrolled in Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports programs. This position conducts outreach care coordination housing navigation member engagement and resource connection services. You will support individuals experiencing homelessness chronic health conditions behavioral health challenges and other barriers to care.

Candidates must live within or near the assigned county and be comfortable conducting home visits community outreach and local field services throughout the service area.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct community outreach and educate individuals about available healthcare and social service programs
  • Engage eligible members and assist with enrollment into managed health plan programs
  • Manage an assigned caseload and coordinate referrals received from health plans
  • Help members navigate healthcare housing behavioral health and social service systems
  • Conduct home and community visits to assess member needs and provide health education
  • Connect members with appropriate medical housing behavioral health and community resources
  • Advocate for individuals experiencing complex physical behavioral or social challenges
  • Use motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive behavior changes and member self-advocacy
  • Collaborate with healthcare providers social workers health plans and community organizations
  • Maintain accurate timely and confidential documentation of all member interactions
  • Collect and report required program and operational data
Required Qualifications
  • At least two years of professional experience in community health outreach care coordination or a related field
  • Experience conducting outreach and enrolling members into managed health plan programs
  • Ability to conduct home visits and travel locally throughout the assigned county
  • Strong communication cultural sensitivity advocacy and documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Social Work Psychology Sociology or a related discipline
  • Community Health Worker certification
  • Knowledge of healthcare systems and medical terminology
  • Familiarity with Medi-Cal Medicare CalAIM Enhanced Care Management or Community Supports
  • Experience supporting individuals experiencing homelessness behavioral health conditions substance use disorders or complex social needs
Schedule

Monday through Friday during regular business hours. Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required based on member needs.

Compensation and Benefits
  • $25$30 per hour depending on experience
  • Medical dental and vision insurance options
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Paid company holidays
  • Corporate retirement plan
Requirements
  • Must reside within or within a reasonable commute (under 30 minutes) to the assigned county
  • All customary work must be performed within California
Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment decisions are made without regard to race religion color national origin sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation disability age veteran status or any other legally protected status.

To apply please provide your availability for a one-hour interview with at least 3 preferred dates and time slots.