Community Health Worker - Remote

Overview

The Community Health Worker at Zócalo Health plays a vital role in providing culturally aligned and accessible care to the Latino community, helping patients navigate their health and social needs.

In Short

• Work from home and in the community.
• Full-time position with a focus on patient engagement.
• Educate patients on disease prevention and healthy behaviors.
• Coordinate comprehensive care and connect patients with community resources.
• Document patient interactions and care plans.
• Participate in community events to build trust and engagement.
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Must have a Community Health Worker certification or relevant experience.
• Experience in healthcare or community work is preferred.
• Flexible and willing to travel for community events.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1-3 years of healthcare experience.
• 2-5 years of community work or advocacy.
• Knowledge of Latino customs and cultural norms is preferred.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace and EHR documentation is preferred.
• Training in motivational interviewing is preferred.
• Ability to work with multiple computer applications.
• Strong ties to the local Latino community are preferred.
• Comfortable with community outreach and engagement.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.

Benefits

• Ground floor opportunity in a fast-growing healthcare company.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Generous home office stipend.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous PTO policy including 6 paid holidays.