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CHW jobs are open across community health organizations, federally qualified health centers, hospitals, and public health agencies, from entry-level to senior and supervisory roles, with specializations in maternal health, chronic disease management, and behavioral health outreach. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a bridge between healthcare providers, social services, and the community, with a focus on improving health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. CHWs provide essential support through outreach, health education, resource coordination, and advocacy, particularly for underserved populations. CHW will provide social support, complete Health Related Social Needs (HRSN) screening, informal counseling, and advocate for individual and community health needs. Home and community-based visits are work assignment specific but could be an essential function of a CHW's work. This role requires cultural competency and a commitment to empowering individuals to improve their health and well-being.Location assignment and work settings could include: outpatient care areas, patient homes, inpatient settings, skilled nursing, community organizations, and participating in community events. Participation in community events and some evening/weekend hours may be required.
Job Description
Summary
The Community Health Worker (CHW) serves as a bridge between healthcare providers, social services, and the community, with a focus on improving health outcomes for individuals, families, and communities. CHWs provide essential support through outreach, health education, resource coordination, and advocacy, particularly for underserved populations. CHW will provide social support, complete Health Related Social Needs (HRSN) screening, informal counseling, and advocate for individual and community health needs. Home and community-based visits are work assignment specific but could be an essential function of a CHW's work. This role requires cultural competency and a commitment to empowering individuals to improve their health and well-being. Location assignment and work settings could include: outpatient care areas, patient homes, inpatient settings, skilled nursing, community organizations, and participating in community events. Participation in community events and some evening/weekend hours may be required.
Job Duties
- Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
- Manages caseload of patients/community members and completes outreach and follow up as needed
- Assists in developing and implementing care plans in cooperation with patients/community members, families, and healthcare team and completes accurate, timely documentation.
- Responsible for building trusting relationships with patients/community members and their families
- Identifies social needs through HRSN screening and provides guidance, supports enrollment and navigate eligible individuals in federal, state, and local private or nonprofit/social service, health and human services programs
- Provides culturally and linguistically appropriate health education materials within the scope of training and promotes healthy behavior change
- Assists patients and families in effectively communicating with their health care team, understanding and carrying out their healthcare providers' advice, and communicates to care team any changes in plan or medical condition
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma/GED
- Connect with patients/clients/families and community members by staying open-minded and having empathy and compassion
- Engage in active listening and be adaptable to the needs of the people and team members the CHW is supporting and collaborating with
- Help patients/clients/families understand their needs, overcome barriers and connect to resources within the community
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Salary Range
$17.78 to $25.33 HourlyThe actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)Worker Sub Type
RegularEmployee Entity
Kennedy Medical Group, Practice, PCPrimary Location Address
333 Laurel Oak Road, Voorhees, New Jersey, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.
Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.
Benefits
Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in CHW jobs.
- CHW certification or willingness to obtain state-recognized certification
- Experience conducting home visits and community health outreach
- Proficiency with electronic health records or case management software
- Ability to conduct motivational interviewing and health coaching
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based work
- Bilingual or multilingual ability, particularly Spanish, preferred by many employers
Tips for Your CHW Job Search
Highlight your community ties directly
Employers hiring chws weigh lived experience in the community they serve as heavily as formal credentials. Name the specific neighborhoods, populations, or language groups you've worked with, not just job titles or organizations.
List your certifications by issuing body
CHW certification requirements vary by state, so name the issuing body alongside the credential, for example the Texas DSHS certificate or the Michigan CHW certification. Recruiters scan for the exact name, not a generic abbreviation.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists chw openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Tailor your resume to the funding source
Many chw positions are grant-funded, and job descriptions mirror the grant's target population. Mirror that language back, whether it's Medicaid beneficiaries, unhoused individuals, or a specific age group, to signal you understand the program's scope.
Prepare a concrete story about a client barrier
Interview panels for chw roles almost always ask for a real example of helping someone navigate a systemic obstacle. Practice one specific story that shows the barrier, the steps you took, and the outcome, without sharing protected information.
Ask about caseload size and supervision model
In chw roles, supervision structure and caseload ratios vary widely and directly affect burnout and career growth. Asking about these during the interview signals professional maturity and helps you evaluate whether the position is sustainable.
CHW Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most chws?
Nadia Care, Mindful Living, and Emanate Health are hiring the most chws right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Federally qualified health centers and Medicaid managed care organizations consistently account for a large share of active postings.
How many chw jobs are remote?
About 42% of chw openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most remote roles concentrated in care coordination, telephonic health coaching, and data-entry-heavy case management rather than direct outreach or home-visit positions, which remain largely in-person by nature.
How do you become a chw?
Start by completing a state-recognized CHW training program, which typically covers motivational interviewing, resource navigation, and cultural competency. Many states require passing a certification exam through the state health department. From there, entry-level positions at community health centers or nonprofits provide the supervised field experience most employers expect before hiring into independent roles.
How do you get hired as a chw with little experience?
Focus your application on lived experience in the community you want to serve, volunteer or practicum hours with a health or social service organization, and any peer support or health navigator work, even informal. Employers at federally qualified health centers and faith-based health programs often prioritize community trust and language skills over years of formal employment when filling entry-level chw positions.
What does the chw interview process look like?
Most chw interviews include a phone screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with a supervisor and one or two program staff. Panels typically ask behavioral questions about de-escalation, working with clients in crisis, and navigating cultural differences. Some organizations include a scenario exercise or ask you to walk through how you would connect a client to a specific resource in the service area.
Where can I find and apply to chw jobs?
You can find and apply to chw jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your location, specialization, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the same page.
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