Community Health Worker II - Full Time - Mercy South at Mercy, Mercy Hospital South

Community Health Worker II - Full Time - Mercy South at Mercy in Mercy Hospital South. Full-time. Est. up to $60k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Find your calling at Mercy!

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:

Community Health Worker II
Position Summary
The Community Health Worker II (CHW II) provides onsite support to patients across hospital and clinic settings as part of an integrated healthcare team. This role serves as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers, and community resources to address health-related social needs (HRSNs), reduce barriers to care, and improve access to healthcare and supportive services.
Through patient education, advocacy, resource navigation, and follow-up support, the CHW II helps patients access healthcare coverage, financial assistance programs, medication assistance, and community-based resources that promote overall health and well-being.

Essential Responsibilities
Patient Advocacy and Resource Navigation

Community Resource Coordination

Documentation and Reporting

Patient Caseload Management

Professional Development

Additional Duties

Minimum Qualifications
Education

Experience

Certification/Registration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications
Experience

Skills and Knowledge

Physical Requirements

Why Join Our Team?
As a Community Health Worker II, you will play a vital role in improving health outcomes by connecting patients to the care, resources, and support they need. Through advocacy, education, and collaboration, you will help reduce barriers to care and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Why 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.