Community Health Advocate Job at CommonSpirit Health, Henderson, NV

  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Henderson, NV

Job Description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities* As our Community Health Worker, you will be a vital link between individuals and essential community resources, actively working to reduce health disparities and improve access to support services. Every day, you will proactively engage with clients, assessing their needs and identifying pathways to care and support. You'll connect individuals to relevant health, social, educational, and employment resources, providing guidance and practical assistance to overcome logistical barriers. To be successful in this role, you will possess a profound understanding of diverse community needs, exceptional problem-solving abilities, empathy, and resilience. Your dedication to empowering clients and removing barriers to care will be paramount. Advises clients or community groups on issues related to diabetes and obesity, improving general health, diet and exercise, prevention, sanitation or hygiene, self care, social issues, education, childcare or problem solving. Acts as a resource to all clients, providers and the community. Attends community meetings and health fairs to understand community issues and build relationships with community members. Distributes flyers, brochures, or other informational or educational documents to inform members of a targeted community. Refers community members to needed health services. Adv… Advocates for individual or community health needs with government agencies or health service providers. Identifies or contacts members of high-risk or otherwise targeted groups, such as members of minority populations, low- income populations, or pregnant women. Identifies the particular health care needs of individuals in a community or target area. Interprets, translates, or provides cultural mediation related to health services or information for community members. Provides one to one coaching to those individuals desiring this service. *Job Requirements**Required* High School Graduate or High School GED and experience working in the community *Preferred* Bachelors Other and Teaching experience Community Health Worker Certification Where You'll Work Hello Humankindness Join Siena Hospital: Impacting Lives, Locally and Nationally At Siena Hospital, you'll become an integral part of Dignity Health Nevada, the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the region. For over 70 years, guided by the Adrian Dominican Sisters' inspiring vision, we have proudly delivered compassionate, high-quality care to the Henderson and Las Vegas communities, always prioritizing the needs of the underserved. Our modern Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital, opened in 2000. It significantly expanded the vital services initially established by our Rose de Lima Campus, effectively meeting the evolving healthcare needs of our growing community. Your impact, however, extends far beyond our local communities. We are also a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and making a profound difference on a grander scale, collectively impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents. If you are driven by an unwavering commitment to social justice, passionate about achieving health equity for all, and eager to contribute your talents to new, innovative ways of delivering compassionate care within a deeply collaborative and supportive environment, then your search ends here. Welcome to Siena – and welcome to a career of meaningful impact. *Pay Range* $18.15 - $25.63 /hour #J-18808-Ljbffr

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