Sentara Medical Group is seeking to hire an individual to join our team as a Community Health Worker.

Position Location: Harrisonburg, VA (rotation between clinic 8-5 pm and mobile bus)

Position Status: Full-time

Standard Working Hours: Monday - Thursday, 10:00 am -7:00 pm and Fridays, 8-5 pm (varies on mobile bus)

Night or weekend flexibility is needed for occasional community events.

Works in collaboration with the Case Manager and other healthcare team members to provide comprehensive and coordinated care. Engages in interventions to improve self-management skills and improve quality of life for patients with chronic and/or complex illness. Provides education and behavior modification strategies and provides social support to patients and families. Acts as a patient advocate and healthcare navigator in assisting with resource allocation and management.

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual Preferred English- SpanishAbility to write, type, and speak in preferred languagesExperience working in a community-based setting preferredExperience working in community events and organizing events is preferred.Knowledge of medical terminology is preferred. 

Benefits:

Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more. 

Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth. 

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!

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