Community Healthcare Worker - PRN - (Centralia/Marion County)
$52,000–$62,400 year
On-siteCentralia, Illinois, United States or Salem, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Conduct field-based home visits to assess social, environmental, and basic health needs, assisting patients in navigating healthcare systems and community services. Provide patient check-ins via phone or virtual platforms, advocate for access to services, and support scheduling of appointments, care follow-ups, and referrals. Deliver education on chronic disease prevention, wellness, nutrition, and medication safety while connecting members to housing, food security, and behavioral health resources. Maintain accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record, track patient interactions, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams on case reviews and quality improvement. Respond to staffing requests at least three out of every four times contacted, reporting to assigned shifts within two hours of unplanned absences. Maintain availability for a minimum of one eight-hour shift per week and four shifts per month to remain active in the PRN Staffing Program.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver's license
- Proof of insurance
- Willingness to travel regularly throughout the county
- Reliable transportation
- Clean driving record
- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
- Ability to physically perform essential duties including lifting, transporting materials, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, use of hands, balancing, walking, standing, talking, hearing, and typing
Desired Qualifications
- Experience working in healthcare, community health, social service, or outreach setting
- Associate or bachelor degree in a related field
- Medical Assistant (MA), CNA, EMT, or other healthcare background
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- An associate or bachelor degree in a related field preferred
- Medical Assistant (MA), CNA, EMT, or other healthcare background a plus
- Current CPR/BLS certification preferred
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