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Community Worker jobs are open across nonprofits, government agencies, healthcare systems, and social services organizations, at every level from entry-level case aide to senior community health worker and program coordinator, with specializations in outreach, advocacy, and crisis intervention. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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We are seeking an experienced Community Health Worker (CHW) Manager on behalf of a healthcare organization serving Medicaid populations throughout Sonoma County, California.
This position is ideal for an experienced community healthcare professional who enjoys leading teams, developing employees, improving patient engagement, and connecting underserved populations with essential healthcare and community resources.
The Community Health Worker Manager will oversee a team of CHWs, provide coaching and mentorship, monitor performance, coordinate daily operations, and develop relationships with local healthcare providers and community organizations.
The ideal candidate will bring a combination of hands-on community health experience, strong leadership skills, and an understanding of the challenges facing Medicaid members and underserved communities.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Supervision
- Directly supervise Community Health Workers serving patients throughout Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, and surrounding Sonoma County communities.
- Oversee daily operations, staff schedules, patient assignments, and outreach priorities.
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development to CHW team members.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings, team meetings, and performance discussions.
- Support field-based employees through occasional shadowing, observation, and hands-on guidance.
- Assist with recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of Community Health Workers.
- Promote a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment.
- Ensure appropriate staffing coverage and continuity of patient services.
Patient Care Coordination & Outreach
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including social workers, pharmacists, care coordinators, and other healthcare professionals.
- Lead weekly team meetings to review patient needs, care coordination activities, and barriers to healthcare access.
- Guide CHWs in connecting patients with healthcare services, social support programs, and community resources.
- Provide support with complex patient situations involving behavioral health, substance use, housing instability, and other social determinants of health.
- Reinforce patient-centered approaches, including trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction.
- Maintain the ability to assist with a small patient caseload as needed, including telephone outreach, home visits, community visits, and visits to healthcare facilities.
- Support efforts to improve patient engagement, access to care, and overall health outcomes.
Performance Management & Quality Improvement
- Monitor team performance against established productivity, patient engagement, and outreach goals.
- Review operational dashboards, reports, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and care coordination activities.
- Utilize electronic systems and healthcare technology to monitor workflows and documentation quality.
- Identify operational challenges and implement practical solutions to improve team efficiency and patient services.
- Provide constructive feedback and individualized coaching to help employees achieve performance expectations.
- Work collaboratively with leadership to support program development and operational improvements.
Community Engagement & Partnerships
- Develop and maintain relationships with local healthcare providers, community-based organizations, and social service agencies.
- Maintain current knowledge of community resources available throughout Sonoma County.
- Support CHWs in connecting patients with resources addressing housing, transportation, food insecurity, behavioral health, and other healthcare access barriers.
- Represent the healthcare organization professionally at community meetings, outreach activities, and partnership events.
- Assist with expanding community outreach efforts and strengthening relationships with local service providers.
Required Qualifications
- Previous experience supervising or managing Community Health Workers, patient outreach teams, care coordination teams, or similar community-based healthcare staff.
- Hands-on experience working as a Community Health Worker, patient navigator, care coordinator, or in a related community healthcare position.
- Strong understanding of Medicaid programs and healthcare challenges affecting underserved and vulnerable populations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, motivate, and develop employees.
- Experience managing staff schedules, productivity expectations, and performance goals.
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and culturally responsive healthcare practices.
- Experience supporting populations with complex medical, behavioral health, substance use, and social service needs.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and manage challenging situations with professionalism and empathy.
- Comfortable using electronic documentation systems, scheduling software, virtual communication tools, and performance reporting dashboards.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with clinical and operational teams.
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable, insured vehicle.
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 60% throughout Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, and surrounding Sonoma County communities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Community Health Worker (CHW) certification.
- Previous experience recruiting, onboarding, training, and supervising CHW teams.
- Experience working with Medicaid managed care organizations, community health programs, or population health initiatives.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) and healthcare documentation systems.
- Strong knowledge of local community-based resources and social service organizations throughout Sonoma County.
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Knowledge of social determinants of health and strategies for improving patient engagement.
- Established familiarity with Northern California communities and the healthcare needs of underserved populations.
Work Environment & Travel Requirements
This is a hybrid leadership position combining remote administrative responsibilities with regular fieldwork and in-person team support.
The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing Community Health Workers across Sonoma County, with particular emphasis on the Santa Rosa and Healdsburg areas.
Candidates must be comfortable traveling locally to supervise employees, support patient care activities, and develop community partnerships.
Local travel of up to 60% is required.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is an experienced Community Health Worker supervisor or community healthcare leader who enjoys developing teams, solving operational challenges, and helping underserved populations overcome barriers to accessing quality healthcare.
We are particularly interested in candidates who combine strong supervisory experience with hands-on community health knowledge and familiarity with Medicaid populations.
A candidate with established connections to Sonoma County healthcare and community resource networks would be especially valuable.
Pay: $92,000.00 - $107,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Santa Rosa, CA 95405
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in community worker jobs.
- High school diploma or associate degree in human services, social work, or a related field
- Experience conducting home visits, outreach, or community-based case management
- Bilingual proficiency in Spanish or another language spoken by the target population
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based client visits
- Completion of a state-recognized Community Health Worker certification program
- Familiarity with case management software and electronic health record systems
Tips for Your Community Worker Job Search
Tailor your resume to population served
Community worker roles vary widely by the population they serve, whether that's unhoused adults, youth in foster care, or seniors aging in place. Name the specific populations you've worked with in your resume so hiring managers immediately know your fit.
List certifications before your degree
Many employers weight credentials like Community Health Worker certification, Mental Health First Aid, or CPR above formal degrees. Put those certifications in a dedicated section at the top of your resume, not buried in an education block at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists community worker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by funding source type
Federally funded positions often require different documentation and have stricter hiring timelines than nonprofit or county roles. When searching, note whether the posting references grants or government contracts so you can prepare your application materials accordingly.
Prepare a client scenario story for interviews
Interviewers for community worker positions almost always ask behavioral questions about handling a client in crisis or navigating a service gap. Prepare two or three specific stories using the situation, action, and outcome format before your interview.
Negotiate start date around caseload transitions
If you're moving from another community or social services role, ask whether the employer can delay your start date by two to three weeks. It signals professionalism and gives you time to properly hand off active clients rather than abandoning ongoing cases.
Community Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most community workers?
The companies hiring the most community workers right now include Telecare Corporation, Mindful Living, and Friendly Connections, with the largest share of openings in California, Missouri, and New Jersey, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofit health systems and county social services departments consistently represent the largest share of postings.
How many community worker jobs are remote?
About 54% of community worker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than many other fields because the role is fundamentally field-based. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid options are care coordination, benefits enrollment assistance, and telehealth-linked outreach roles.
How do you become a community worker?
Start by earning at least a high school diploma, then complete a Community Health Worker training program offered through a community college, health department, or accredited nonprofit. Build direct experience through volunteering or internships in social services, housing, or public health. Many states now offer a formal CHW certification exam that significantly strengthens your candidacy with employers.
Can you get hired as a community worker with little or no experience?
Yes, many entry-level community worker roles are designed for candidates with lived experience in the community they'll serve rather than formal credentials. Employers in peer support, re-entry services, and maternal health outreach often prioritize personal experience over a degree. Volunteering with a local food bank, shelter, or health clinic for a few months gives you concrete examples to cite in applications and interviews.
What does the community worker interview process look like?
Most community worker interviews involve a phone screen followed by one or two in-person or video rounds. Expect behavioral questions about handling a client in crisis, navigating language or cultural barriers, and managing a large caseload. Some employers include a scenario exercise where you role-play a client intake conversation. Background checks and drug screenings are standard before a final offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to community worker jobs?
You can find and apply to community worker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits. New postings are added regularly, so checking back frequently helps you catch openings before they close.
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