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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Most Recent Opportunities
Below is a list of current CHW positions from various DFW employers. If you’d like us to post your organization’s CHW job offering, please email us at [email protected] Please make sure to check if these positions are still open. The DFW-CHW Association simply shares the information shared with us by affiliates, partners, and members.
If you have questions regarding any of these positions, please contact the organization offering the job directly.
Community Health Worker - Maximus
Maximus is hiring Community Health Workers (Sr CSR – Outreach) to work with families eligible for
Medicaid to educate, assist and enroll in Medicaid Managed Care and learn about preventive health
care in Texas Health Steps. Jobs are available for people familiar with these communities in Texas and
are Work from Home in the community you serve. Day travel for in person Home Visits and Community
Event attendance are required.
Job detail includes attending enrollment and health events, conducting home visits and presentations to
promote and educate STAR, STAR+PLUS or STAR Kids and Texas Health Steps. Outbound phone calls
conducted prior to home visits. Mileage reimbursed. Mobile phone issued.
These are full-time positions with a flexible schedule to attend events and conduct
recipient outreach. Positions are work-from-home with regional offices based out of Abilene, Arlington,
Athens, San Antonio, Houston.
Dallas County. Collin County
Aide, Community Service, WIC - Public Health
Summary: Assist with infant mortality prevention and WIC outreach in the community.
Minimum Requirements: Certification as Community Health Worker required or, in lieu of the certification, proof of at least 1000 cumulative hours of community health work services within the most recent three (3) years. One (1) year of experience as Community Health Worker. Two (2) years of WIC experience. Organizational and customer service skills required. Must have interpersonal skills to relate well to customers and other agency personnel. Current and valid driver license is required.
Community Health Worker - Equality Health, Dallas
The Community Health Worker (CHW) is primarily responsible for providing supportive care and assistance to a diverse patient population to identify barriers to self-care and healing, decision making and communication in navigating the healthcare system. This individual works closely with Registered Nurses, Chaplains, Social Workers, Care Specialists and other members of the Care Management team, and consistently demonstrates a high standard of ethical behavior, professionalism, sensitivity and confidentiality. This position is located in Dallas/Fort Worth area. Must be capable of working virtually from a home-based office with high speed internet.
CHW - Maximus
Maximus is hiring Community Health Workers (Sr CSR – Outreach) to work with families eligible for Medicaid to educate, assist and enroll in Medicaid Managed Care and learn about preventive health care in Texas Health Steps. Jobs are available for people familiar with these communities in Texas and are Work From Home in the community you serve. In person Home Visits and Community Event attendance are required.
Job detail includes attending enrollment and health events, conducting home visits and presentations to promote and educate STAR, STAR+PLUS or STAR Kids and Texas Health Steps. Outbound phone calls conducted prior to home visits. Mileage reimbursed. Mobile phone issued.
These are full-time positions with a flexible schedule to attend events and conduct recipient outreach. Positions are work-from-home with regional offices based out of Abilene, Dallas, San Antonio, Houston. With your experience as CHWs, you are encouraged to apply for the Sr CSR Outreach positions.
Visit www.maximus.com/careers and search by US-TX-HQ City Name (Abilene, Arlington, Houston, San Antonio, Austin)
Dallas County. Grayson/Fannin/Collin Counties. Collin County
Community Health Worker 2
Job Summary: The Community Health Worker 2 is responsible for providing cultural mediation between the health care system, social services and the community. This position assists the community in gaining access to needed services and builds individual, community and system capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, patient navigation, follow-up, community health education and information, informal counseling, social support, advocacy and participation in clinical research.
Location:
Baylor Scott and White Health and Wellness Center
4500 Spring Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210
Qualifications:
- Education: H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- Experience: 2 Years of Experience
- Certification: Community Health Worker (CHW): CHW license by the State of Texas
For additional information contact:
Tamara [email protected] Or
Connie Dominguez [email protected]
Care Coordinator - Cook Children's, Fort Worth
Responsible for delivering of a range of activities for Health Plan members to positively impact individual health outcomes and provide assistance to the clinical team of nurses and social workers. Activities include, but are not limited to outreach, assessment, member education, service coordination and member support. 2 Positions available.
*CHW Certification Required
Clinical Outcomes Associate - Cook Children's, Fort Worth
Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with CCHP members and providers through outgoing telephonic outreach. Promotes positive customer relations through prompt, courteous, and professional service in this fast paced, high volume, customer centered environment. Additionally, will be responsible for answering incoming calls and responding to inquiries relating to providers, benefits, member accounts, other health insurance and health plan policies. Work closely all frontline staff, providers, and the member population to improve member engagement, leading to improved health outcomes. This position is responsible for applying appropriate engagement tactics to close care gaps, promote wellness screenings, and facilitate the completion of Health Risk Assessments (HRAs). Because of the diverse nature of our Member population and nature of assigned duties, must be bilingual in English and Spanish.
* CHW Certification preferred
Community Health Worker - Anthem, Fort Worth
The Community Health Worker is responsible for serving as a liaison/connector between the patient, care team, and the community. Helps to bridge conversations with patients and remove barriers that prevent them from accessing health and social services. Conducts telephonic and/or face-to-face outreach to panel of patients for appointment scheduling, needs assessment, and care gap closure.
Minimum Requirements:
- Requires a High School diploma or GED.
- Experience utilizing electronic medical record.
- A minimum of 1 year experience in a healthcare, community-based, or social work environment; or any combination of education and experience which would provide an equivalent background.
- Travel may be required (Fort Worth, TX area).
Preferred Skills, Capabilities and Experiences:
- Bilingual preferred
- Certified Community Health Worker preferred
Community Health Worker (Bilingual English/Spanish) - Los Barrios Unidos
Los Barrios Unidos has 3 CHW positions available. The Community Health Worker is responsible for managing programs in the community that promote, maintain, and improve individual and community health; and assists individuals to adopt healthy behaviors.
JOB FUNCTIONS (summary)
- Plans, organizes and/or facilitates classes in one or more areas of health (e.g. Asthma, healthy living, Diabetes, Centering Pregnancy, Centering Parenting, etc.).
- Interprets, translates, and/or provides cultural mediation related to health services or information for patients and community members.
- Refers patients or community members to different needed health services.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
· Education: Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
· Specialized Training/Certifications/Licenses:
· TX DSHS Community Health Worker (CHW) Certification; or must be able to obtain within six months.
· Current Health Care Provider CPR Certification; or must be able to obtain within six months.
Sr CSR Outreach - Maximus
Maximus is seeking individuals to fill 6 remote outreach work positions. Position includes day travel for home visits (not in the home) and community events.
- Sr CSR Outreach - Dallas County 2022-72201
- Sr CSR Outreach - Dallas County 2022-72234
- Sr CSR Outreach Dallas County 2022-72200
- Sr CSR Outreach - Collin County 2022-72231
- Sr CSR Outreach Fannin/Hunt/Rockwall Counties 2022-72233
- Sr CSR Outreach Grayson/Fannin/Collin Counties 2022-72232
** DSHS CHW Certification not required but preferred!
See attachment for more information.
Learn more here
CHW Instructor - Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center
Baylor Scott & White Health and Wellness Center’s CHW Program is seeking to contract experienced Community Health Worker Instructors to facilitate the community health worker certification course to at-risk high school students.
Location: Texans Can – Austin, TX & Dallas, TX
Dates: January 2022 – May 2022
Methodology: In-person
Time: Varies at each location – Learn more information about each campus
Language: English
Number of Hours: 160-hours
Requirements: CHWI Certification with teaching experience.
Contact Information: For more information, please email Vanessa Mendez
Community Health Outreach Supervisor - TCPH
Non-CHW position but feel free to share with anyone you know who meets the requirements.
The Community Health Outreach Supervisor leads teams of health educators and community health workers in implementing outreach strategies and improving access and awareness of resources aimed at reducing the disease burden within Tarrant County.
Baylor Scott & White
BSW currently has 6 CHW positions open. Follow each link to read the job description and apply.
- Community Health and Wellness Peer - PRN
- Diabetes Peer - PRN
- Bilingual Diabetes Peer - Healthy Cities
• PRN
- Community Health Worker Diabetes Peer (1)
• PRN
- Community Health Worker Diabetes Peer (2)
• PRN
- Community Health Worker Diabetes Peer (3)
Community Health Workers – Cancer Care Services
Cancer Care Services is interviewing for the following positions:
1 part-time Community Health Worker
1 full-time Community Health Worker/Financial Advocate
1 part-time LCSW or LPC to assist our counseling department
Please email Tracey Willingham for more information [email protected]
Community Health Worker – Texas Health Resources
Are you looking for a rewarding career with family-friendly hours and top-notch benefits? We are looking for a qualified Community Health Worker like you to join our Texas Health family.
Position Highlights:
Work location: Texas Health Resources System Services; Arlington, TX
Work hours: Full Time (40 Hours); Variable days/hours to include evening and weekends as needed
Position will be mostly remote, some meetings at the office will be required; Will require travel within Collin, Dallas, or Kaufman County.
Salary range: $18.13 – $28.08 per hour (based on relevant experience)
Community Health Worker – Parkland
The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for assisting in delivery of services that address the social determinants of health, and bridging gap between communities, individuals and providers. Conducts community outreach and education.
Experience:
Must have one (1) year experience working in a multi-cultural community setting
Oral fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
Community Health Worker – Redbird, Parkland
The Community Health Worker (CHW) is responsible for assisting in delivery of services that address the social determinants of health, and bridging gap between communities, individuals and providers. Conducts community outreach and education.
Experience:
Must have one (1) year experience working in a multi-cultural community setting
Oral fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred.
Outreach Community Health Worker – ACC-JPS
The Outreach Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a patient advocate and liaison between the patient/family and community partners to the residents of Tarrant County. This role also performs a variety of clinical and technical functions in patient care. The Outreach CHW will assist clinic leadership in all aspects of patient flow while maintaining a high quality of patient care in a compassionate manner. This job is also responsible for collaborating with community and civic leaders about Community Outreach Programs and JPS Health Network services and programs.
PRN Community Health and Wellness Peer – Baylor Scott & White
The Diabetes Peer has a deep understanding of their community and is a cultural mediator between their church/faith community and the Baylor Scott & White Health system. They work closely with Community Health and Diabetes Educators to provide basic diabetes and health education, informal counseling and self-management support that is culturally appropriate to their specific setting.
Cancer Care Services is Hiring a Programs-Community Health Worker!
Community Health Workers (CHW) build trusting relationships with community partners and individuals in targeted populations in order to increase utilization of Cancer Care Services’ programs, as well as increase equal access to cancer-related care. CHW’s work closely with health care providers, social service agencies, the faith community, civic leaders, and other groups that serve at-risk populations.
Please see document below for complete job description.
PROGRAMS – Community Health Worker.docx
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