Community Health Worker (VDHRN074)

Job description

Title: Community Health Worker (VDHRN074) State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III Hiring Range: $43,000 to $49,500: Pay Band: 3: Agency: Virginia Department of Health: Location: ROANOKE HQ: Agency Website: www.vdh.virginia.gov: Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties: Consider joining the Virginia Department of Health as we foster healthy and resilient communities. This is your opportunity to serve the public in the Population Health Program in the position of Community Health Worker at the Roanoke City/Alleghany Health District. Position will be based in Roanoke City. The Community Health Worker (CHW) is an integral member of the health district public health team, providing support to individuals and families both in clinic settings and within the community. The CHW works to connect community members to essential resources and services, with the goal of improving overall health and enhancing quality of life. Serving as a liaison between the community and healthcare services, the CHW focuses on providing culturally sensitive care and communication, especially to priority populations. Key responsibilities include facilitating health improvement initiatives, health pr...