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Community Health Worker roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor. Public health agencies, federally qualified health centers, and hospital systems regularly sponsor foreign professionals in this occupation. Understanding how PERM recruitment requirements and priority date backlogs affect your timeline puts you ahead in the sponsorship process.
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INTRODUCTION
Founded in 1977 as the Senior Care Action Network, SCAN began with a simple but radical idea: that older adults deserve to stay healthy and independent. That belief was championed by a group of community activists we still honor today as the “12 Angry Seniors.” Their mission continues to guide everything we do.
Today, SCAN is a nonprofit health organization serving more than 500,000 people across Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington, with over $8 billion in annual revenue. With nearly five decades of experience, we have built a distinctive, values-driven platform dedicated to improving care for older adults.
Our work spans Medicare Advantage, fully integrated care models, primary care, care for the most medically and socially complex populations, and next-generation care delivery models. Across all of this, we are united by a shared commitment: combining compassion with discipline, innovation with stewardship, and growth with integrity.
At SCAN, we believe scale should strengthen—not dilute—our mission. We are building the future of care for older adults, grounded in purpose, accountability, and respect for the people and communities we serve.
LOCATION
Position will work remote & in the field about 75% of the time in Oceanside, CA & the surrounding areas.
THE JOB
Enhance frail seniors' ability to age in place, manage their health, navigate the health care system, and live independently by providing person-centered care in accordance with ECM requirements. This individual will act as an integral part of the care team by working directly with members telephonically and in-person to implement plans of care, advocate on behalf of the member and provide member-centric interventions.
YOU WILL
- Collaborate in conducting general assessments to identify chronic conditions and psychosocial challenges affecting independent living. Perform assessments for Medi-Cal/Medicare dual-eligible members referred to Complex Care Management for Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) and assist the Registered Nurse in determining Nursing Facility Level of Care.
- Support member well-being through observation, positive communication, and motivational interviewing. Conduct face-to-face or phone visits to address care barriers, ensure engagement in primary and preventative care, and support individualized care plan implementation.
- Provides general care coordination and empower members and their families in managing chronic conditions through coaching, education, healthcare navigation, advocacy, accompaniment to appointments and referrals to community, county, and state resources.
- Perform Enhanced Care Management (ECM) activities related to specific Populations of Focus (POF): Individuals Experiencing Homelessness, Individuals At Risk for Avoidable Hospital Or ED Utilization, Adults Living In the Community At Risk of LTC Institutionalization, Adult Nursing Facility Residents Transitioning Back to the Community.
- Implement personalized care plans tailored to the medical and social needs of high-risk members, incorporating realistic health goals supporting members inherent wishes.
- Actively participates in interdisciplinary planning and case conference meetings to ensure person-centered care and to ensure member receives support following discharge from an inpatient or institutional setting.
- Demonstrates strong organizational, follow-through, and engagement skills to achieve positive member outcomes. Adheres to SNP policies and ensures timely, accurate documentation of care plans, service plans, and progress notes within established timeframes.
- Network and build relationships with community business organizations like senior and wellness centers, housing outreach events, shelters, landlords, legal aid providers, etc.
- Utilizes department desktop procedures, workflows, job aids and training material. Identifies barriers to work processes and brings to the attention of the supervisor/manager.
- Performs work under direct supervision. Handles basic issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses beginning-to-working knowledge of subject matter.
- We seek Rebels who are curious about AI and its power to transform how we operate and serve our members.
- Actively support the achievement of SCAN’s Vision and Goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or equivalent experience
- Community Health Worker Certificate strongly preferred
- BILINGUAL required in English/Spanish. (Test will be administered to assess proficiency if applicable.)
- Travel 50+% of the time in the assigned area- Must have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation
- 1+ years of Community Engagement Experience.
- Experience with managed care, healthcare environment, lived experience or case management strongly preferred.
- 1+ years working with seniors, conducting home visits, and working remotely strongly preferred.
- Technical expertise - Basic technical skills for functional area
- Problem Solving - Basic problem-solving skills
- Communication - Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic organizational skills.
- Basic critical thinking skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to appropriately maintain confidentiality.
- General understanding of NCQA standards, CMS and DHCS regulations.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology and abbreviations.
- Basic understanding of local community resources for seniors.
TUBERCULOSIS SCREENING POLICY
To ensure the health and safety of our members, if you are selected for this position, your job offer with SCAN will be contingent on providing proof of Tuberculosis screening upon hire or providing proof of a negative screening within the last year. If you have a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief that prevents you to provide information required in this policy, SCAN will initiate and engage in the interactive process to evaluate what, if any, reasonable accommodations may be available.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Base salary range: $21.78 to $31.52 per hour
- Work Mode: Remote/Field
- An annual employee bonus program
- Robust Wellness Program
- Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
- Eleven paid holidays per year, plus 1 floating holiday, plus 1 birthday holiday
- Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match and contribution
- Robust employee recognition program
- Tuition reimbursement
- An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day!
We're always looking for talented people to join our team! Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply now!
At SCAN we believe that it is our business to improve the state of our world. Each of us has a responsibility to drive Equality in our communities and workplaces. We are committed to creating a workforce that reflects our community through inclusive programs and initiatives such as equal pay, employee resource groups, inclusive benefits, and more.
SCAN is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action workplace. Individuals seeking employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A background check is required.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Community Health Worker
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires a master's degree in public health, social work, or a related field, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree or at least two years of documented community health experience. Know which category your background supports before targeting employers.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified green card sponsorship history for community health roles. Targeting organizations that have already navigated PERM for similar positions cuts your research time and signals a sponsoring employer culture.
Target federally qualified health centers first
Federally qualified health centers and county public health departments sponsor community health workers more consistently than private clinics, partly because federal funding structures support workforce development costs including PERM fees and legal filings. Focus your applications on these employer types early.
Prepare documentation proving progressive experience
PERM requires the employer to define minimum job requirements that your credentials genuinely meet. Gather official employment letters, performance records, and translated credentials now. Gaps or vague documentation can delay or derail the PERM prevailing wage determination and recruitment phase.
Verify your prevailing wage category using OFLC Wage Search
Community health worker roles map to a specific SOC code, and DOL assigns a prevailing wage tier that the employer must meet or exceed. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area before salary negotiations so your offer already satisfies the PERM wage requirement.
Understand AC21 portability before you file I-485
Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in a same or similar community health occupation without losing your priority date. Plan any employer transitions around this threshold to protect your place in the green card queue.
Green Card Community Health Worker: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Community Health Worker jobs commonly come with green card sponsorship?
Yes, though sponsoring employers tend to be concentrated in the public and nonprofit health sectors. Federally qualified health centers, county health departments, and hospital-affiliated community outreach programs are the most consistent sponsors because their funding models and workforce retention needs make the PERM investment worthwhile for the right candidate.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship leads to permanent residence rather than a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can face significant priority-date backlogs before the final green card is issued.
Which green card category applies to Community Health Worker roles?
Most Community Health Worker positions qualify under EB-3, covering professionals with a relevant bachelor's degree or skilled workers with at least two years of experience. Candidates holding a master's degree in public health, social work, or a closely related field, or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, may qualify under EB-2, which can offer a faster path depending on your country of birth and current priority dates.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Community Health Worker positions?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history searchable by role and location, which saves you from cold-applying to organizations that have never navigated PERM. Cross-reference your shortlist with DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm that an employer has completed the full certification process for community health or related titles, not just initiated it.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, under two distinct rules. If your original I-140 was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you can request to carry over your original priority date, preserving your place in the queue. Separately, once your I-485 adjustment application has been pending with USCIS for 180 days or more, AC21 portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar community health occupation without restarting the process.