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Health Educator II
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District 3.6
Community health worker job in Champaign, IL
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District
Health Educator II
The Champaign-Urbana Public Health District is seeking a full-time Health Educator II to assess and address complex individual and communityhealth education needs in Champaign County. This position leads policy-focused tobacco prevention and control efforts through the Illinois Tobacco-Free Communities grant, advancing strategies that promote health equity, reduce tobacco-related disparities, and protect community members from secondhand smoke. The Health Educator II also delivers engaging, evidence-based sexual health education to youth in schools and community settings by developing and facilitating age-appropriate, culturally responsive curricula and collaborating with schools, community organizations, and healthcare partners to promote healthy behaviors among youth and the broader community.
Responsibilities include:
This position will primarily be responsible for implementing CUPHD's Illinois Tobacco-Free Communities (ITFC) grant with the health education team.
Tobacco Prevention & Policy key responsibilities include:
Enforcing the Smoke-Free Illinois Act (SFIA) through coordination with local law enforcement and the State's Attorney's Office.
Implementing an approved youth tobacco prevention curriculum in schools and/or youth-serving community organizations and supporting efforts to strengthen local school tobacco-free policies, including policies addressing e-cigarettes and vaping devices.
Supporting and advancing strategies to restrict the sale of menthol and other flavored tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and e-liquids, through policy education and community engagement.
Convening and facilitating a youth engagement program, utilizing the Engaging Youth for Positive Change (EYPC) curriculum to train and integrate youth as active participants in tobacco control policy development and advocacy.
Convening and supporting a local coalition focused on ITFC grant strategies, emerging tobacco prevention and control issues, and community-driven policy and systems change.
As part of a collaborative health education team, this position assists with the facilitation of evidence-based sexual health education programs for youth in school and community settings.
Comprehensive Sexual Health Education
Facilitate engaging, evidence-based sexual health education programs tailored to youth, including students, community groups, and healthcare professionals.
Develop and deliver age-appropriate, culturally sensitive curricula covering topics such as sexual anatomy, contraception, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), consent, and healthy relationships.
Collaborate with local schools, organizations, and healthcare providers to promote sexual health education, focusing on youth.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, interest in working with youth, and ability to facilitate programming are essential. Candidates who are fluent in Spanish are highly desirable
Additional Responsibilities may include:
Assists in writing grant applications and manages programs associated with the grant by submitting reports, claims for reimbursement, and developing a plan for successful completion of required deliverables.
Conducts health related needs assessments in communities and analyzes social, cultural economic and political factors that influence health.
Develops the framework for health education programs; reviews the foundations in the planning and analyzes the process for integrating the program with a broader health care plan.
Organizes and facilitates groups, coalitions and partnerships to develop and maintain a consultative role in the monitoring of health education programs.
Prepares proposals to obtain fiscal resources through grants, contracts and other sources and develops and manages budgets to support program requirements.
Promotes the role of health education in public policy and public awareness through presentations to various organizations, groups, agencies and communities.
Establishes and maintains effective working relations with employees, government officials, agencies, community organizations, partnerships and the general public.
Requirements and Qualifications
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in health education or a closely related field.
Four (4) years work experience in an area associated with a health education program or a closely related area
A professional certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES) is preferred.
CUPHD provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
health, dental, and vision insurance with enrollment beginning on the employee's first day of employment
14 paid holidays per year
12 sick days earned per year
15 days of paid time off earned in the first year of employment
short-term and long-term disability benefits
comprehensive pension plan offered through Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
CUPHD offers qualified bilingual employees additional compensation upon approval.
The expected starting salary pay is $58,405. Full salary pay for a Class 7 Health Educator II is $58,405 - $78,847 for a 40-hour week.
To apply, go to: ?CareersSearch. Applicants may also come in to apply online at CUPHD, 201 W. Kenyon Road, Champaign, IL 61820.For full consideration, you must complete the application process.
Men, Women, Veterans, and individuals of all abilities are encouraged to apply. CUPHD also strongly encourages people of color, gay, lesbian, transgender, and non-binary people to apply. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you need accommodations to apply, please contact LaTasha Aragon at . CUPHD is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes everyone to join its team.
CUPHD highly recommends being fully vaccinated with the most-up-to-date (September 2025 and beyond) influenza (seasonally).Vaccinationstaken prior to September 2025 will not be accepted. Employees not vaccinated are required to mask from December 1st until April 1st of each year. Proof ofvaccinationsor a signed declination form must be on file with Human Resources prior to start date.
The recruitment will remain open until filled; however, it will not close prior to January 29, 2026. This is a collective bargaining unit position with AFSCME.
Posted January 14, 2026
$58.4k yearly 2d ago
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Community Education - Youth Programs Instructor
Parkland College 4.2
Community health worker job in Champaign, IL
Adjunct Faculty appointments are located on Parkland College's Campus in Champaign, Illinois and have a salary range of $25.00 - 35.00 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Community Education provides a variety of youth courses for students, ages 6-18 years, in a relaxed, non-graded environment on a part-time, class by class basis throughout the year after school, a weekend or series of weekends. Courses should engage students in learning that will be challenging and offer a "hands-on" experience.
Applicants are encouraged to submit proposals that will engage students in math, science, culinary arts, technology, fine and visual arts, and math, but are not limited to these topics. Examples include but are not limited to the following subject areas are robotics, coding, video game design, graphic arts, painting, culinary, pottery/ceramics, introduction to medicine/medical careers, and 3D design and construction.
Please visit us online at Community Education - Youth Programs website (opens in new window) for more information.
Hiring is contingent upon the course proposal and meeting the minimum class.
Applicants must submit:
* An online employment application
* Cover letter
* Resume or CV
* Copy of official transcripts from the institution where you received your highest degree. If hired, certified official transcript is required.
* A proposal for each class you wish to teach (may attach as PDF to application).
* Proposals should include the following:
* Instructor's name and current contact information, including a valid email address
* Course title and description
* Brief description of course objectives and goals
* Appropriate ages/grade level for the proposed course (e.g., 6-8, 8-11, 8-13, 11-13, 13-18 years, etc.)
* Preferred session and class time
* Applicants are encouraged to submit course proposals that will engage students in technology, math, science, engineering, and fine and visual arts, but are not limited to these topics. Specifically, proposals in the following areas will be given consideration: coding, app invention, robotics, engineering, circuit building, graphic design; introduction to invention, painting, fiber arts, weather/climate change, chemistry, physics, introduction to languages, simple construction, and/or cultural studies.
Questions regarding the position and proposals may be directed to Kathy Buyze at ******************* or ************.
Program Goals
* Youth programs are designed to attain the following goals:
* Provide hands-on explorations in specialized fields such as science, math, language arts, computer science, technology, humanities and fine arts.
* Provide challenging experiences and intellectual stimulation for students to develop their special interests.
* Build key skills for future success
* Expose students to a learning atmosphere that will motivate them to achieve their highest potential.
Essential Job Functions
* Submit complete daily lesson plans, course syllabus, proposed supply list and budget by established deadline.
* Provide classroom instructions in accordance with stated objectives and established course outline.
* Commit to teach the entire class time.
* Patience when working with youth.
* Maintain high standard of teaching and learning in classroom.
* Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree
* Two (2) years' experience in education (teaching) or related field and/or teaching children ages six (6) through eighteen (18) years.
* Prospective new hires will successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check with fingerprinting. The background check review includes, but is not limited to, exclusionary offenses per the Illinois School Code and Title IV of the Higher Education Act.
* Demonstrated passion and proficiency in the proposed subject area.
* Provide classroom and/or online instruction to meet stated course objectives.
* Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication. Professional attitude and ability to work with others.
* Ability to work with individuals from various backgrounds and demonstrate cultural awareness and sensitivity.
* Ability to commit to the full session for which they are applying. All classes are contingent upon meeting minimum enrollment.
* In an effort to comply with SURS return-to-work restrictions for employers (40 ILCS 5/15-139.5), candidates for employment at Parkland College must either not be a SURS annuitant or must be willing to suspend his/her SURS annuity upon employment. This applies to all SURS annuitants except those receiving their annuity under either the Self-Managed Plan (SMP) or by lump sum payment.
Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through ******************************** will not be considered.
Please monitor your email, including spam or junk mail folders, for future correspondence from Parkland College Human Resources.
For further information on the application process, please contact Parkland College Human Resources at ************.
Applicants with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process.
Requests may be submitted by contacting Human Resources at ************ or by emailing ***************.
Equal Opportunity Employer
$25-35 hourly Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Community Health Worker, Field (Macon or Sagamon County)
CVS Health 4.6
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
**Position Summary**
Scheduled hours: M-F from 8:00am to 5:00pm
This is a field-based position working with the members/community in Macon or Sagamon County and surrounding counties.
CommunityHealthWorkers (CHW) serve the community as a bridge between the member (community) and the health care system (providers) through outreach and education. By providing these services, CHW's help Aetna members attain and maintain better health outcomes, improve relationships with healthcare providers and help both parties become more acculturated with each other.
This position will work under the direction of a designated professional.
+ Requires flexibility to work in situations in which the working conditions are unknown, as environments and situation of patient homes may vary.
+ Ability to communicate medical information to health care professionals and care coordinators over the telephone.
+ Knowledge of formal and informal community agencies and resources.
+ Working knowledge of multi-system outreach programs related to health care delivery, clinical education, and health-related services.
+ Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
+ Occasional weekend hours may be required.
+ Requires the ability to travel to multiple office locations and home locations.
+ Able to influence medical care providers as needed to adjust interventions based on member's cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences.
+ Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage multiple priorities, utilizes effective time management skills, and exercise sound judgment.
+ Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail required.
+ Ability to effectively provide support care to socially and medically complex patients in a variety of non-traditional settings.
+ This is a full-time position, requiring up to 70% percent travel
**Required Qualifications**
+ Must be located in Macon or Sagamon County or surrounding area.
+ Must be willing to travel within the 90 mile radius from Macon or Sagamon County between 50-75% of the time.
+ Must possess reliable transportation.
+ 1-3 years relevant experience (such as community outreach or home visits to members/patients).
+ Experience in serving the Medicaid Populations in urban or rural environments with familiarity of local, formal, and informal resource networks
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Experience working in community/outpatient setting.
+ CommunityHealthWorker Certification or equivalent training and experience.
+ Preferred skills: Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Care, HIPAA, C.L.A.S. Standards, Motivational Interviewing, and specialized training in medical terminology and practices for designated health conditions.
+ Meet all requirements set forth by local state i.e. first aid, CPR, TB screen, etc.
+ Experience using a computer including the use of Excel and Electronic Health Records
**Education**
+ High School Diploma or G.E.D
**Anticipated Weekly Hours**
40
**Time Type**
Full time
**Pay Range**
The typical pay range for this role is:
$18.50 - $38.82
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
**Great benefits for great people**
We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:
+ **Affordable medical plan options,** a **401(k) plan** (including matching company contributions), and an **employee stock purchase plan** .
+ **No-cost programs for all colleagues** including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
+ **Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues** including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit *****************************************
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, promotion, or any other personnel action based on race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
$18.5-38.8 hourly 6d ago
Community Health Worker - Bilingual (Spanish)
Community Health Partnership of Illinois 3.6
Community health worker job in Champaign, IL
CommunityHealthWorkerCommunityHealth Partnership of Illinois is a is a non-profit organization that provides primary health care to migrant farmworkers and other medically underserved populations throughout northern and central Illinois that specializes in primary preventative medical, dental, and behavioral health service. Our focus is delivering quality, culturally responsive health care services to our patients, caregivers, and partners in the communities we serve.
Key responsibilities:
The CHW will primarily be working out in the community with specific target populations and mostly in collaboration with community partners to meet deliverables that are specially set by IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health, IPHA(Illinois Primary Healthcare Association, IPHCA (Illinois Primary health Care Association and CHP(CommunityHealth Partnership of Illinois).
CHWs will work closely with PHNs, medical providers, CHP's primary care teams, and other community partners to link individuals in the community to primary care and identified social services. CHWs help patients to access community services specifically to their needs, health initiatives and chronic disease preventions and management, promote healthy habits, secure medical appointment, linking residents to insurance, medical home and transportation to medical visits.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Professional and friendly demeanor
-Bilingual Spanish/English required
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Driver's license and automobile insurance.
CPR certification within 90 days of employment and current certification thereafter. Annual OSHA/HIPPA training in accordance with the CHP OSHA/HIPPA manual.
Annual TB test in accordance with CHP TB policy and procedures. Hepatitis B vaccination/waiver in accordance with CHP Hepatitis B vaccination/waiver protocol. FLU vaccination, COVID vaccination/ waiver in accordance with CHP protocol.
If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for customer service, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a great fit for the CommunityHealthWorker.
$51k-69k yearly est. 60d+ ago
Community Outreach Worker
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions 3.8
Community health worker job in Bloomington, IL
Job Description
See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!
Perks of Working at CYFS:
37.5 hour work week
Paid Time Off:
12 Paid Holidays
15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
8 Paid Sick Days
5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Educational Assistance:
Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
24/7 call line
Tax consultation/financial resources
Discounted legal services and mediation services
Health and Wellness resources
Use of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement
Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement
"Dress for your day" dress code
Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
Supportive, inclusive, and strengths-focused culture
Salary:
Starting at $52,425.99 (non-exempt)
About the Position:
Develop a supportive relationship with clients and assist children and families in addressing needs and meeting goals with the overall objective of achieving solutions that promote stability and permanency.
A Typical Day as a Community Outreach Worker:
Support children, teens, adults, and families that are experiencing crisis
Offer families a variety of tools to help in their success by using a trauma-responsive and family-centered approach
Collaborate with clients to develop strength's based goals
Engage with families and clients by visiting them in a variety of settings to support their goals
Location:
603 N. Center Street Bloomington, IL with willingness to travel and spend several hours in the field visiting client's homes, communities, and attending court. This office provides services to the following counties: Champaign, Ford, and Iroquois
Work Hours:
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served
Does the Following Apply to You?
Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Human Service, or related field
Additional Qualifications:
Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
Must be at least 21 years of age
Obtain an insured vehicle
At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license
Additional Benefits:
Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
Dental and Vision Insurance
401k plan with 4% employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan
About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):
(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.
Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
$52.4k yearly 21d ago
Colleague Health Services Coordinator
Taylorville Memorial Hospital
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
Min USD $28.25/Hr. Max USD $45.21/Hr. The Colleague Health Services Coordinator functions as an interdisciplinary team member, supporting the organization's mission by providing quality cost effective health services to colleagues, volunteers and medical staff. Practice focuses on promoting a healthy work force encouraging health maintenance, injury and illness prevention and management; protecting colleagues from occupational and environmental hazards; coordinating the leave of absence program and providing support in the analysis, design and communication of the colleague health plans and programs.
Qualifications
Education:
* LPN or RN required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
* Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current Illinois License required.
Experience:
* At least 5 years nursing experience required with at least three years in a hospital setting. Specific experience in an occupational health-related field preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
* Demonstrated knowledge of current regulations affecting employee health (JCAHO, OSHA, IDPH, CDC, FML, ADA, etc.)
* Knowledge of IllinoisWorkers Compensation law preferred.
* Proficiency with basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
* Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of healthcareworkers. Ability to teach healthcareworkers in formal and informal settings.
* Ability to collect, organize, analyze and prioritize information from several sources to formulate improvement plans and develop effective colleague health programs and outreach.
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate colleague health programs and activities in collaboration with Colleague Health Manager, Benefits and colleague health. Assists with the analysis, design and communication of the colleague health plans and programs.
Coordinate post-employment offer physical exam process. In conjunction with Medical Director of EHS, obtain health history for all new colleagues and volunteers. Provide prompt information to appropriate HR staff regarding problems affecting anticipated start date of new hire. Revise and implement health screening procedures as needed to comply with current regulatory requirements.
Implement pre-drug/alcohol screening on all new hires. Provide consultation to those with positive results. In conjunction with Colleague Relations and the Employee Assistance Program, provide drug/alcohol testing for cause pursuant to the Fitness for Duty policy.
Provide tuberculin testing to specific employee groups as indicated by TB Risk Assessment Committee. Manages Fitness for Duty requests from leaders to assess a colleague's ability to carry out their essential job duties.
Manages the Leave of Absence program that includes the review and approval of Family Medical Leave and Medical Leave requests and case management of leaves. Serves as a subject matter expert on Family Medical Leave for colleagues, leaders and the Human Resources Division.
Acts as a resource to Infection Prevention when colleagues have been exposed to a communicable disease. Provides testing and follows up on colleague exposures with a plan for treatment/follow up. Provide annual detailed report of all exposures, including results of any colleague testing to the Infection Prevention Committee before the end of the year in which the exposure occurred.
Provide counseling to System colleagues in the arena of health education, illness prevention and infectious disease exposure as indicated. Provide appropriate treatment, testing, and counseling to all System colleagues following all blood/body fluid exposures.
Coordinate and implement communicable disease policy as designated per Illinois Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements.
Provides consultation and assistance to the Workers' Compensation Coordinator, as needed, including first aid within the RN scope of practice, treatment, testing and counseling to system colleagues following blood/body fluid exposure and supports the decision making process regarding approval or denial of claims and/or return to work capabilities.
Plans, coordinates and administers the annual system-wide influenza program, including development and implementation of communication plan, vaccine/supplies/materials ordering, vaccination administration, exemption processes as well as plan for non-compliance. Maintains vaccination data, supplies completion reports on both the individual department level as well as the affiliate and overall system level. Oversees the process for annual CMS influenza reporting.
Develop or participate in other health screenings as indicated on an as needed basis. Evaluate all colleagues returning to work from a medical leave, FML, and non-work-related illness or injuries to determine capability of performing essential job duties.
Maintain policies, programs and data management to assure compliance with regulatory requirements (JCAHO, OSHA, IDPH, FML, ADA, etc). Develop and maintain colleague health policies as needed.
Documents assessments, treatments, outcomes, work and disability status, screenings and educational offerings in a thorough manner. Ensures confidentiality and oversees maintenance of all colleague health files to include blood borne pathogen exposures.
Develop educational materials and present topics on Workers' Compensation and colleague health to colleagues and managers; present topics during mandatory education, departmental management meeting and as requested. Provide updated information for annual Safety CBL's on colleague health related topics.
Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends and regulatory requirements in field of expertise, and encourages adoption of best practices by organization.
Performs other related work as required or requested.
$28.3-45.2 hourly Auto-Apply 12d ago
Community Health Navigator (CFHC)
Chestnut Health Systems 4.2
Community health worker job in Bloomington, IL
Chestnut Health Systems is seeking a full-time CommunityHealth Navigator for our Bloomington, IL facility. A CommunityHealth Navigator (CHN) is a trusted member of the community and acts as a liaison to offer education specific to digital applications and community resources available that may improve a client's wellness journey. The CHN is responsible for promoting healthy behaviors, building relationships between the community and health/social services, and increasing access to resources aimed to improve quality of care and outcomes. The CHN will conduct virtual visits to assess the client's well-being and will address social determinants that may hinder their ability for self-care; in-person visits may occur depending on the client's need. In addition, the CHN is expected to be competent and capable of coordinating community outreach, access to providers through the use of digital instruments to facilitate remote physical exams and remote technology operations in order to provide direct health services and linkage despite barriers such as transportation, internet access, etc.
Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of behavioral and primary health care services. Over four decades, Chestnut has grown to over 700 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Central and Southern Illinois. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.
Please note to be considered for a position you must attach a resume, complete the application, and answer all screening questions.
Responsibilities
* Function as a reliable intermediary between clients, community-based organizations, and healthcare providers to reduce socio-economic and cultural barriers between clients and institutions.
* Establish collaborative relationship with clients using a variety of mediums (in-person, telephone, video call, text, IM in order to assists clients in accessing OSF digital health related services, targeted kits/supplies, and understanding care guidelines and instructions), as well as helping them navigate the healthcare system while recognizing the model of care the client needs.
* Utilize Telehealth and networking systems to connect clients to providers (PCP, specialist, etc.) in real time during off-site visits and troubleshoot systems/equipment in the field; if the client does not have a PCP, work to establish the client with a provider.
* Maintain all required records, documents, reports, and files as required while strictly adhering to policies and procedures in place.
* Participate in outreach events and maintain awareness of resources in the community in order to address client questions about them.
* Participate in committees , workgroups , and meetings to assist in the development of Center and community programs .
* Support interventions consistent with the following treatment philosophies: patient centered, trauma informed, recovery oriented and strength based.
* Promote Chestnut's culture of customer service excellence through the adherence to Chestnut's behavioral standards for customer service.
* Maintain and protect confidentiality and security of all organizational information gained in the course of performing job responsibilities including, but not limited to, financial and client information.
* Satisfy all performance metrics including those related to productivity and service delivery.
* Perform other duties as assigned, required, or specifically negotiated with supervisor.
Qualifications
* Must have a high school diplomaor equivalent.
* Must have demonstrated experience assisting others in navigating the health care system or advocacy work for at least 2 years or have a Bachelor's degree.
* Must successfully complete training and obtain CommunityHealthWorker certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
* Requires basic computer skills and experience to include MS Word & Excel, email, and an electronic medical record (EMR).
* Valid driver's license, private automobile insurance ability to be insurable, preferred.
* Satisfactory completion of Chestnut's background checking process.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* CommunityHealth Navigator I must be a trusted member of the community capable of acting as a liaison to Medicaid population and health institutions, capable of developing public health seminars, and navigating digital systems to reduce client barriers to access health care.
Are you intrigued by this job but don't meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you're excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn't line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We'd love to explore the possibilities with you.
Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut's research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.
Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!
EOE - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.
The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $19.00 -$20.00 an hour. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.
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$19-20 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Colleague Health Services Coordinator
Memorial Health 4.4
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
The Colleague Health Services Coordinator functions as an interdisciplinary team member, supporting the organization's mission by providing quality cost effective health services to colleagues, volunteers and medical staff. Practice focuses on promoting a healthy work force encouraging health maintenance, injury and illness prevention and management; protecting colleagues from occupational and environmental hazards; coordinating the leave of absence program and providing support in the analysis, design and communication of the colleague health plans and programs.
Qualifications
Education:
LPN or RN required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current Illinois License required.
Experience:
At least 5 years nursing experience required with at least three years in a hospital setting. Specific experience in an occupational health-related field preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of current regulations affecting employee health (JCAHO, OSHA, IDPH, CDC, FML, ADA, etc.)
Knowledge of IllinoisWorkers Compensation law preferred.
Proficiency with basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of healthcareworkers. Ability to teach healthcareworkers in formal and informal settings.
Ability to collect, organize, analyze and prioritize information from several sources to formulate improvement plans and develop effective colleague health programs and outreach.
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate colleague health programs and activities in collaboration with Colleague Health Manager, Benefits and colleague health. Assists with the analysis, design and communication of the colleague health plans and programs.
Coordinate post-employment offer physical exam process. In conjunction with Medical Director of EHS, obtain health history for all new colleagues and volunteers. Provide prompt information to appropriate HR staff regarding problems affecting anticipated start date of new hire. Revise and implement health screening procedures as needed to comply with current regulatory requirements.
Implement pre-drug/alcohol screening on all new hires. Provide consultation to those with positive results. In conjunction with Colleague Relations and the Employee Assistance Program, provide drug/alcohol testing for cause pursuant to the Fitness for Duty policy.
Provide tuberculin testing to specific employee groups as indicated by TB Risk Assessment Committee.
Manages Fitness for Duty requests from leaders to assess a colleague's ability to carry out their essential job duties.
Manages the Leave of Absence program that includes the review and approval of Family Medical Leave and Medical Leave requests and case management of leaves. Serves as a subject matter expert on Family Medical Leave for colleagues, leaders and the Human Resources Division.
Acts as a resource to Infection Prevention when colleagues have been exposed to a communicable disease. Provides testing and follows up on colleague exposures with a plan for treatment/follow up. Provide annual detailed report of all exposures, including results of any colleague testing to the Infection Prevention Committee before the end of the year in which the exposure occurred.
Provide counseling to System colleagues in the arena of health education, illness prevention and infectious disease exposure as indicated. Provide appropriate treatment, testing, and counseling to all System colleagues following all blood/body fluid exposures.
Coordinate and implement communicable disease policy as designated per Illinois Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements.
Provides consultation and assistance to the Workers' Compensation Coordinator, as needed, including first aid within the RN scope of practice, treatment, testing and counseling to system colleagues following blood/body fluid exposure and supports the decision making process regarding approval or denial of claims and/or return to work capabilities.
Plans, coordinates and administers the annual system-wide influenza program, including development and implementation of communication plan, vaccine/supplies/materials ordering, vaccination administration, exemption processes as well as plan for non-compliance. Maintains vaccination data, supplies completion reports on both the individual department level as well as the affiliate and overall system level. Oversees the process for annual CMS influenza reporting.
Develop or participate in other health screenings as indicated on an as needed basis. Evaluate all colleagues returning to work from a medical leave, FML, and non-work-related illness or injuries to determine capability of performing essential job duties.
Maintain policies, programs and data management to assure compliance with regulatory requirements (JCAHO, OSHA, IDPH, FML, ADA, etc). Develop and maintain colleague health policies as needed.
Documents assessments, treatments, outcomes, work and disability status, screenings and educational offerings in a thorough manner. Ensures confidentiality and oversees maintenance of all colleague health files to include blood borne pathogen exposures.
Develop educational materials and present topics on Workers' Compensation and colleague health to colleagues and managers; present topics during mandatory education, departmental management meeting and as requested. Provide updated information for annual Safety CBL's on colleague health related topics.
Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends and regulatory requirements in field of expertise, and encourages adoption of best practices by organization.
Performs other related work as required or requested.
$70k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Colleague Health Services Coordinator
Memorial Health System 4.3
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
The Colleague Health Services Coordinator functions as an interdisciplinary team member, supporting the organization's mission by providing quality cost effective health services to colleagues, volunteers and medical staff. Practice focuses on promoting a healthy work force encouraging health maintenance, injury and illness prevention and management; protecting colleagues from occupational and environmental hazards; coordinating the leave of absence program and providing support in the analysis, design and communication of the colleague health plans and programs.
Qualifications
Education:
LPN or RN required.
Licensure/Certification/Registry:
Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current Illinois License required.
Experience:
At least 5 years nursing experience required with at least three years in a hospital setting. Specific experience in an occupational health-related field preferred.
Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Demonstrated knowledge of current regulations affecting employee health (JCAHO, OSHA, IDPH, CDC, FML, ADA, etc.)
Knowledge of IllinoisWorkers Compensation law preferred.
Proficiency with basic computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook.
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of healthcareworkers. Ability to teach healthcareworkers in formal and informal settings.
Ability to collect, organize, analyze and prioritize information from several sources to formulate improvement plans and develop effective colleague health programs and outreach.
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate colleague health programs and activities in collaboration with Colleague Health Manager, Benefits and colleague health. Assists with the analysis, design and communication of the colleague health plans and programs.
Coordinate post-employment offer physical exam process. In conjunction with Medical Director of EHS, obtain health history for all new colleagues and volunteers. Provide prompt information to appropriate HR staff regarding problems affecting anticipated start date of new hire. Revise and implement health screening procedures as needed to comply with current regulatory requirements.
Implement pre-drug/alcohol screening on all new hires. Provide consultation to those with positive results. In conjunction with Colleague Relations and the Employee Assistance Program, provide drug/alcohol testing for cause pursuant to the Fitness for Duty policy.
Provide tuberculin testing to specific employee groups as indicated by TB Risk Assessment Committee.
Manages Fitness for Duty requests from leaders to assess a colleague's ability to carry out their essential job duties.
Manages the Leave of Absence program that includes the review and approval of Family Medical Leave and Medical Leave requests and case management of leaves. Serves as a subject matter expert on Family Medical Leave for colleagues, leaders and the Human Resources Division.
Acts as a resource to Infection Prevention when colleagues have been exposed to a communicable disease. Provides testing and follows up on colleague exposures with a plan for treatment/follow up. Provide annual detailed report of all exposures, including results of any colleague testing to the Infection Prevention Committee before the end of the year in which the exposure occurred.
Provide counseling to System colleagues in the arena of health education, illness prevention and infectious disease exposure as indicated. Provide appropriate treatment, testing, and counseling to all System colleagues following all blood/body fluid exposures.
Coordinate and implement communicable disease policy as designated per Illinois Department of Public Health, Centers for Disease Control and Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements.
Provides consultation and assistance to the Workers' Compensation Coordinator, as needed, including first aid within the RN scope of practice, treatment, testing and counseling to system colleagues following blood/body fluid exposure and supports the decision making process regarding approval or denial of claims and/or return to work capabilities.
Plans, coordinates and administers the annual system-wide influenza program, including development and implementation of communication plan, vaccine/supplies/materials ordering, vaccination administration, exemption processes as well as plan for non-compliance. Maintains vaccination data, supplies completion reports on both the individual department level as well as the affiliate and overall system level. Oversees the process for annual CMS influenza reporting.
Develop or participate in other health screenings as indicated on an as needed basis. Evaluate all colleagues returning to work from a medical leave, FML, and non-work-related illness or injuries to determine capability of performing essential job duties.
Maintain policies, programs and data management to assure compliance with regulatory requirements (JCAHO, OSHA, IDPH, FML, ADA, etc). Develop and maintain colleague health policies as needed.
Documents assessments, treatments, outcomes, work and disability status, screenings and educational offerings in a thorough manner. Ensures confidentiality and oversees maintenance of all colleague health files to include blood borne pathogen exposures.
Develop educational materials and present topics on Workers' Compensation and colleague health to colleagues and managers; present topics during mandatory education, departmental management meeting and as requested. Provide updated information for annual Safety CBL's on colleague health related topics.
Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends and regulatory requirements in field of expertise, and encourages adoption of best practices by organization.
Performs other related work as required or requested.
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$43k-64k yearly est. Auto-Apply 6d ago
Medicaid Coordinator
Heritage Operations Group 3.9
Community health worker job in Bloomington, IL
We are seeking a detail-oriented person with extensive office experience to join our team as a Medicaid Coordinator! This position is responsible for managing and coordinating Medicaid eligibility, applications, and ongoing compliance for residents of our Long-Term Care Facilities to ensure timely and accurate coverage. Successful candidates will have a strong understanding of Medicaid regulations, long-term care eligibility requirements, and the appeals process. This is an excellent career opportunity to join a family-oriented company.
Benefits:
Competitive compensation
DailyPay
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Health insurance for full-time employees
Dental insurance for full-time employees
Vision insurance for full-time employees
Employer-paid life insurance for full-time employees
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefit plans offered to full- and part-time employees
Retirement plan
Wellness program
Free continuing education through Relias
Great team to work alongside
* Further benefit details listed on total rewards guide
Qualifications:
Proficiency with Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience is required, PCC experience preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of experience working with Medicaid in a long-term care or healthcare setting.
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as exceptional customer service skills.
Must be detail-oriented and highly organized.
Extensive office experience desired, and a good working knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office is required.
Must have an aptitude for math and the ability to analyze financial documents.
Must be a self-starter who can work independently.
Possess the discipline to follow stringent standards and keep thorough records.
Ability to handle confidential information in compliance with HIPAA.
Willingness to confidently make difficult collections calls while maintaining professionalism, empathy, and compliance with company policies.
$70k-85k yearly est. 7d ago
Community Management Intern
Walgreens 4.4
Community health worker job in Bloomington, IL
Job Objectives * Learn to provide an extraordinary customer experience in retail store setting. * Completes product returns, order voids, customer refunds, cash drops to the safe, and provides change as requested to cash registers. * Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
Job Responsibilities/Tasks
Customer Experience
* Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
* Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
Operations
* Learn from store, pharmacy, district manager, competitors and customers/patients
* Engage in a kick-off and day of service activity
* Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, including records of scanning errors, price verifications, items not on file, price modifications, and voids.
* Assists manager or assistant store manager in reviewing order exceptions on order release day and assists in reverse logistics (e.g., 1506, returns, empty package).
* Learns to analyze inventory trends and supervises inventory management, including ordering items, keeping stock, and liquidating stock and leveraging company resources to avoid outs and overstock.
* Assists manager or assistant store manager in evaluating and developing displays, including promotional, seasonal, super structures, and sale merchandise. Completes resets and revisions.
* Engage in weekly meetings with store manager or pharmacy manager
* Responsible for basic department pricing and making daily price changes; ensures proper signage is displayed at the store to support accurate pricing of products. Ensures any additional pricing tasks related to local regulations and/or regulatory compliance programs are completed accurately and within the required time frame.
* Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring clean, neat, orderly store condition and appearance, including requesting store or system repairs as required in manager absence, or as requested by manager.
* Assists with separation of food items (e.g., raw foods from pre-cooked) and product placement as specified by policies/procedures (e.g., raw and frozen meats on bottom shelves). For consumable items, assists in stock rotation, using the first in, first out method and restock outs.
* Has working knowledge of store systems and store equipment.
* Receives exposure to the analysis of financial & performance data for the store, pharmacy and clinic and to the analysis of asset protection data and action plans to reduce loss.
* Ensures compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products (e.g., alcoholic beverages and tobacco products).
* Work as a group to complete the Intern Team Challenge and present to area, district and store leaders
* Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
* Complete evaluation of internship program upon completion.
* Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
Training & Personal Development
* Attends training and completes E-learnings and special assignments requested by Manager.
* Shadow district leader for the specified time
Communications
* Reports customer complaints to management.
* Assists Store Manager in planning and attending community events.
Basic Qualifications
* Should be a Student beginning or completing Senior year towards a Bachelor's degree
* Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico)
* Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
Preferred Qualifications
* Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control.
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The current salary range for this position is $17.00 per hour - $19.50 per hour. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits. If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
$17-19.5 hourly 12d ago
HIM Coding Auditor/Educator- CFH
Carle Health 4.8
Community health worker job in Champaign, IL
Assists in the provision of an efficient and effective clinical coding service within Carle by providing accurate and timely auditing and coding education to providers and coding team members to include CPT EM coding, CPT Procedural Coding, ICD10CM and ICD10 PCS coding, as applicable. Assist Coding Audit and Education Supervisor in managing audits and audit schedules for providers and coding team members. Auditors work closely with HIM leadership and Compliance to assure Carle providers and coding team members are following all regulatory requirements for code assignment. Auditors help identify training needs through ongoing internal provider and staff audits and assist with remediation and reaudit post education. Auditors are responsible to produce coding education materials in formats such as power point or LMS educations systems.
Qualifications
Certifications: Registered Health Information Administrator (RHIA) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); Certified Inpatient Coder (CIC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); Certified Professional Coder (CPC) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); Certified Professional Coder - Hospital (CPCH) - American Academy of Professional Coders (AAPC); Certified Coding Specialist (CCS) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA); Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) - American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA), Education: , Work Experience: Coding
Responsibilities
Provide regular coding audits to Carle medical staff and HIM coding team members specific to CPT E/M, CPT Procedural, ICD10CM and ICD10 PCS coding
Provide education as needed, either one on one or in group format to Carle medical staff and HIM coding team members
Compile and track statistics related to the audit process
Attend meetings as required with providers and coding team members on topics related to coding and auditing
Develop education materials related to coding for coding team members and providers in formats such as power point and LMS system
Assist Coding Audit and Education Supervisor in managing audits and audit schedules
Meet with Compliance Billing Administrator and Compliance team regularly to review audits and attend meetings as required on topics related to coding and auditing education needs and follow up Work with HIM Coding management team to establish coding guidelines and assure coding team audits are completed timely Report compliance or other concerns directly to HIM Director as needed or indicated
About Us
**Find it here.**
Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance - and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
_We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: *************************._
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $26.03per hour - $43.47per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.
Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
$32k-39k yearly est. Easy Apply 60d+ ago
Leasing Community Intern
Cardinal Group Career 4.0
Community health worker job in Champaign, IL
Leasing Community Intern (Temporary, Non-Exempt)
COMPENSATION: Hourly Rate, plus Bonus eligibility
As a Leasing Community Intern, you must have the ability to deliver high quality customer service and dedication to our residents. Leasing Community Interns (LCIs) must possess the skills to cooperate and collaborate as a team. The Leasing Community Intern also strives for 100% occupancy through retention of existing residents, leasing current availability and pre-leasing of future availability.
RESPONSIBILITIES (Including but not limited to)
Be an ambassador for customer service by consistently going above and beyond to ensure that Cardinal customers are satisfied.
Administrative Front Desk tasks and duties.
Participate in Cardinal Way of Leasing (CWoL) training as required.
Utilize the Cardinal Way of Leasing by:
Warmly greeting prospective clients
Answering incoming leasing calls
Determining needs and preferences
Professionally presenting the community and apartment homes
Utilizing feature/benefit selling
Closing the sale
Following up
Complete all lease applications and lease file paperwork.
Required to pass third party leasing shops and become Cardinal Way of Leasing certified.
Maintain accurate lease file documentation in accordance with company policy; participate in lease file audits as assigned by the Community Manager.
Maintain cleanliness of the tour path to ensure for a positive first impression of the community.
Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude with team members, residents, prospective residents, and vendors.
Participate in and assist with planning community events.
Assist with various additional community projects as assigned by the Community Manager.
Participate in Cardinal U training as required.
“On-call” responsibilities (lock-outs, nightly rounds, etc.)
Required to work evenings and weekends
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be enrolled in a degree program at an accredited college or university, with a minimum of 6 credit hours.
Must have completed a minimum of one year at the enrolled accredited college or university.
Must maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average. GPA will be verified on an annual basis. Failure to maintain a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA may result in probation, suspension or release from the Community Intern position.
Must be a current or future leaseholder of community.
Must live on designated community floor, per community guidelines, as assigned by Community Manager.
Able to lift up to 40 lbs.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Available to be scheduled for work approximately 20 hours per week.
Available evenings and weekends.
Ability to embody the Cardinal Culture and Cardinal's Core Values every day.
CANDIDATES WITH THE FOLLOWING CAREER EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
Assistant
Administrative Assistant
Receptionist
Leasing Consultant
Real Estate Assistant
Leasing
REVIEW PERIOD: Community Interns will be required to re-apply for the Community Intern position annually. Previous employment does not represent a commitment to rehire the Team Member. Exceptions may be granted by a Portfolio Manager on an individual basis.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbents work both inside and outside of apartment buildings and in all areas of the property including amenities and have frequent exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors, and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the Team Member is regularly required to use hands to finger, type, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The Team Member regularly required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms, and climb, stoop, or squat. Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities and must be able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions including, but not limited to rain, snow, heat, hail, wind and sleet. The Team Member must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, or maneuver weights of up to forty (40) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Rare local travel may be required to assist properties as needed, attend training classes or other situations necessary for the accomplishment of some or all of the daily responsibilities of this position.
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their Team Leader.
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$29k-37k yearly est. 14d ago
Behavioral Health Counselor
Crossing Healthcare 3.6
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
The Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor is responsible for providing professional therapy/counseling, crisis management, and advocacy for patients. This individual consults with and advises medical and clinical staff on mental health and co-occurring issues of patients.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None
Qualifications
Duties/Responsibilities:
Receives Behavioral Health therapy referrals, provides individual and group therapy/counseling, maintains and records all pertinent patient information in a secure and accurate manner
Completes timely and accurate assessment and treatment documentation
Discharges patients in alignment with treatment progress
Collaborates with patients engaged in behavioral health and medical services
Manages the care of patients in collaboration with other health professionals and other treatment members, both internally and externally
Participates in clinical supervision and/or clinical consultation, based upon licensure
May be required to work across multiple sites
Vigilant to safety concerns and takes appropriate steps to ensure both patient and staff safety
Performs other duties as required
Competencies:
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to relate to persons of various economic levels and cultures
Ability to remain calm under stressful conditions, accepting personal limitations
Ability to speak and write fluently in English
Ability to work independently and interdependently within a clinic setting utilizing various accepted therapeutic modalities
Adherence to a strong code of personal and professional ethics
Proficiency in data entry, interpersonal, organizational and problem-solving skills
Willingness to pursue continuing educational opportunities and maintain compliance with professional licensure renewal
Education and Experience:
Master's Degree in clinical social work, psychology or related field required
LSW, LPC, or equivalent first level licensure required upon hire or within 1 year of hire
LCSW, LCPC, or equivalent full clinical licensure highly preferred. Must be attained within 2 years of hire.
Successful work history of direct patient counseling
CEUs and clinical supervision offered onsite
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work in conditions that include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues, contagious diseases and/or other potentially hazardous materials
Moderate physical exertion including frequent walking, standing, bending, reaching and carrying moderately heavy loads (up to 25 lbs.)
$34k-42k yearly est. 10d ago
Group & Community Engagement Specialist
Aunt Marthas Health and Wellness Inc. 4.2
Community health worker job in Danville, IL
Job Description
Group & Community Engagement Specialist Department: CCBYS (Comprehensive Community-Based Youth Services) Compensation $23-$24.04/ hourly. Location: Danville, Illinois Reports To: Program Supervisor
The Group & Community Engagement Specialist plays a vital role in engaging youth and families through structured group sessions, one-on-one support, and community-based programming. This position maintains a manageable caseload, delivers youth-focused group sessions in school and community settings, and supports ongoing engagement through activities and family events.
The Specialist also facilitates group intakes, manages documentation, collaborates with community partners, and contributes to program improvement through youth feedback and participation in peer observations. This role may also provide crisis response backup and represent the program at community events.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain an active caseload of approximately 15-20 participants, adjusting as directed by the Program Supervisor.
Organize and facilitate group sessions within schools and community settings.
Conduct group intakes and ensure accurate and timely participant documentation.
Plan and execute program-hosted activities and family engagement events.
Collaborate closely with community partners to strengthen outreach and participant support.
Provide backup crisis response assistance as needed.
Participate in peer session observations to support continuous quality improvement.
Attend community partner events and represent the program with professionalism and enthusiasm.
Collect and analyze Youth Satisfaction Surveys to inform service enhancements.
TRAINING and Education REQUIREMENTS
Complete all Core Curriculum training(s) required for the position.
Comply with Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) program standards and requirements for CCBYS.
Fulfill all state-mandated reporting laws and maintain compliance with federal and agency training standards.
Attend required meetings, workshops, and professional development opportunities as assigned.
Bachelors Degree with a Human Services Focus is required.
TRAUMA-INFORMED CARE COMMITMENT
All team members are expected to incorporate the Five S's of Trauma-Informed Care into their daily practice:
Safety - Ensuring physical and emotional safety for clients and staff.
Self-Regulation - Managing one's own emotions to support effective client interactions.
Supportiveness - Building relationships rooted in respect and compassion.
Strengths - Identifying and reinforcing the positive attributes of each client.
Self-Care - Maintaining wellness and managing secondary stress responses.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive Pay: $23-$24.04 hourly - non-exempt
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Disability & Life Insurance
Paid Vacation, Sick Days, and Holidays
Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discounts on services such as cell phones, restaurants, and more
$23-24 hourly 26d ago
Community Support Specialist, Justice Involve
Heritage Behavioral Health Center 4.0
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
Job Description
Community Support Specialist - Justice-Impacted
Salary:
High School or GED + 5 years' experience: $23.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Bachelor's Degree: $25.00/hour + every other Friday paid off
Salary is based on education, experience, and licensure or certification
Schedule:
Full-Time | Every other Friday off (paid wellness day) | Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
Looking for a career where your work truly matters?
Heritage Behavioral Health Center is hiring passionate professionals to join our Justice-Impacted services team!
About Heritage Behavioral Health Center
We are a mission-driven Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) located in Decatur, Illinois, serving individuals across Macon County and neighboring communities. We provide high-quality, community-based mental health and substance use services through a person-centered, recovery-oriented approach.
Every staff member contributes to improving lives-and we support our team so they can support our community.
Why You'll Love Working Here
Collaborative, mission-driven work culture
Every other Friday off - paid wellness days
Competitive salaries aligned with state and national benchmarks
Loan forgiveness eligibility through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
Strong emphasis on staff well-being and professional development
Overview: Community Support Specialist - Justice-Involved
This position provides intensive, recovery-oriented, community-based outreach and rehabilitation services for adults with mental health and/or co-occurring disorders who have recurring involvement with the criminal justice system.
The primary goals are to:
Engage individuals in treatment
Reduce avoidable law enforcement and emergency contacts
Support stability and reintegration into the community
Prevent repeated arrest, detention, or crisis service use
The Community Support Specialist works closely with the Decatur Police Department and other justice system partners to identify individuals at risk of recurring justice involvement due to unmet behavioral health needs. Services are delivered in community settings-homes, shelters, encampments, hospitals, and police-involved contacts-with a focus on proactive outreach, early intervention, and relationship-based engagement.
This role also incorporates Contingency Management, using structured positive reinforcement to enhance motivation and support treatment engagement and recovery milestones.
Your Role: Community Support Specialist - Justice-Impacted
As a Community Support Specialist, you will provide community-based case management, skill-building, and recovery support to adults impacted by the justice system. You will engage individuals who may have low motivation for treatment, inconsistent service utilization, or complex behavioral health needs, and support them in stabilizing and remaining safely in the community.
Core Responsibilities Include
Justice-Focused Engagement & Outreach
Provide community-based case management and outreach to individuals with recurring justice involvement.
Collaborate daily with the Decatur Police Department and other justice partners to co-respond, conduct follow-ups, and engage individuals referred for behavioral health concerns.
Support reintegration efforts for individuals returning to the community after arrest, detention, or hospitalization.
Promote alternatives to incarceration and advocate for diversion opportunities where appropriate.
Contingency Management
Implement structured Contingency Management strategies to reinforce treatment adherence, attendance, sobriety milestones, and other recovery-focused behaviors.
Support individuals in sustaining progress through consistent positive reinforcement.
Client Support & Case Management
Conduct comprehensive needs assessments and develop individualized recovery plans.
Assist with symptom management, treatment engagement, and development of coping strategies.
Help clients access and maintain public benefits (Medicaid, SNAP, SSI/SSDI).
Support ongoing engagement post-crisis or post-police contact to reduce recidivism.
Skill Building & Recovery Support
Provide coaching in daily living skills (housing retention, routines, budgeting, wellness practices).
Teach and reinforce coping skills to manage mental health, substance use, and stressors.
Support development of positive social supports and natural community connections.
Linkage & Coordination of Services
Provide medication monitoring and education.
Link individuals to behavioral health services, primary and specialty medical care, housing supports, and community resources.
Participate in collaborative case staffing with justice partners, healthcare providers, and Heritage teams.
Assist individuals with transportation coordination and improving transportation independence.
Documentation & Collaboration
Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record.
Collaborate with police, probation, courts, crisis teams, shelters, and hospital staff to ensure coordinated care.
Uphold trauma-informed, recovery-oriented, and person-centered practices at all times.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge
Understanding of mental health and substance use disorders
Knowledge of community resources and service systems
Case management principles and recovery-oriented care
Awareness of healthcare, psychiatric, substance use, and social service systems
Familiarity with DSM-5 and behavioral health terminology
Skills
Ability to build rapport quickly-especially with individuals in crisis or distrustful of systems
Strong communication, engagement, and motivational skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Competency with electronic health records and documentation
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and crisis navigation skills
Abilities
Adapt to ambiguity, crisis situations, and rapidly changing community needs
Collaborate effectively with justice partners and clinical supervisors
Respond professionally and promptly to client and team needs
Engage clients using a non-judgmental, trauma-informed, person-centered approach
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED + 5 years supervised mental health or social service experience
Bachelor's degree preferred in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or human services
Minimum 21 years of age
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance
Heritage Also Offers
Generous vacation, sick, personal leave, and paid holidays
Every other Friday off (paid wellness day)
Fitness reimbursement & Employee Assistance Program
Optional health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and supplemental life insurance
Agency-provided life insurance and short-term disability
Retirement options: 401(k) and Roth
Tuition assistance & continuing education opportunities
Loan forgiveness eligibility through NHSC
Ready to make a difference?
Join a team that believes in second chances, community healing, and your professional growth.
Apply today!
$23-25 hourly 3d ago
Community Health Worker - Bilingual (Spanish)
Community Health Partnership of Illinois 3.6
Community health worker job in Champaign, IL
Job Description
CommunityHealthWorkerCommunityHealth Partnership of Illinois is a is a non-profit organization that provides primary health care to migrant farmworkers and other medically underserved populations throughout northern and central Illinois that specializes in primary preventative medical, dental, and behavioral health service. Our focus is delivering quality, culturally responsive health care services to our patients, caregivers, and partners in the communities we serve.
Key responsibilities:
The CHW will primarily be working out in the community with specific target populations and mostly in collaboration with community partners to meet deliverables that are specially set by IDPH (Illinois Department of Public Health, IPHA(Illinois Primary Healthcare Association, IPHCA (Illinois Primary health Care Association and CHP(CommunityHealth Partnership of Illinois).
CHWs will work closely with PHNs, medical providers, CHP's primary care teams, and other community partners to link individuals in the community to primary care and identified social services. CHWs help patients to access community services specifically to their needs, health initiatives and chronic disease preventions and management, promote healthy habits, secure medical appointment, linking residents to insurance, medical home and transportation to medical visits.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
- Professional and friendly demeanor
-Bilingual Spanish/English required
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid Driver's license and automobile insurance.
CPR certification within 90 days of employment and current certification thereafter. Annual OSHA/HIPPA training in accordance with the CHP OSHA/HIPPA manual.
Annual TB test in accordance with CHP TB policy and procedures. Hepatitis B vaccination/waiver in accordance with CHP Hepatitis B vaccination/waiver protocol. FLU vaccination, COVID vaccination/ waiver in accordance with CHP protocol.
If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for customer service, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing why you would be a great fit for the CommunityHealthWorker.
$51k-69k yearly est. 9d ago
Community Health Worker, Field (Macon or Sagamon County)
CVS Health 4.6
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate.
And we do it all with heart, each and every day.
Position SummaryScheduled hours: M-F from 8:00am to 5:00pmThis is a field-based position working with the members/community in Macon or Sagamon County and surrounding counties.
CommunityHealthWorkers (CHW) serve the community as a bridge between the member (community) and the health care system (providers) through outreach and education.
By providing these services, CHW's help Aetna members attain and maintain better health outcomes, improve relationships with healthcare providers and help both parties become more acculturated with each other.
This position will work under the direction of a designated professional.
Requires flexibility to work in situations in which the working conditions are unknown, as environments and situation of patient homes may vary.
Ability to communicate medical information to health care professionals and care coordinators over the telephone.
Knowledge of formal and informal community agencies and resources.
Working knowledge of multi-system outreach programs related to health care delivery, clinical education, and health-related services.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Occasional weekend hours may be required.
Requires the ability to travel to multiple office locations and home locations.
Able to influence medical care providers as needed to adjust interventions based on member's cultural, ethnic, or religious preferences.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage multiple priorities, utilizes effective time management skills, and exercise sound judgment.
Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills, with attention to detail required.
Ability to effectively provide support care to socially and medically complex patients in a variety of non-traditional settings.
This is a full-time position, requiring up to 70% percent travel Required QualificationsMust be located in Macon or Sagamon County or surrounding area.
Must be willing to travel within the 90 mile radius from Macon or Sagamon County between 50-75% of the time.
Must possess reliable transportation.
1-3 years relevant experience (such as community outreach or home visits to members/patients).
Experience in serving the Medicaid Populations in urban or rural environments with familiarity of local, formal, and informal resource networks Preferred QualificationsExperience working in community/outpatient setting.
CommunityHealthWorker Certification or equivalent training and experience.
Preferred skills: Mental Health First Aid, Trauma Informed Care, HIPAA, C.
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Standards, Motivational Interviewing, and specialized training in medical terminology and practices for designated health conditions.
Meet all requirements set forth by local state i.
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first aid, CPR, TB screen, etc.
Experience using a computer including the use of Excel and Electronic Health RecordsEducationHigh School Diploma or G.
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DAnticipated Weekly Hours40Time TypeFull time Pay RangeThe typical pay range for this role is:$18.
50 - $38.
82This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.
The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future.
Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people We take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be.
In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.
For more information, visit *************
cvshealth.
com/us/en/benefits We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 01/30/2026Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
$18 hourly 19d ago
Community Outreach Paraprofessional
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions 3.8
Community health worker job in Bloomington, IL
Job Description
See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!
(CYFS):
(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.
Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.
Perks of Working at CYFS:
Supportive, inclusive, and strengths-focused culture
Opportunities for advancement and professional development! As we grow, you grow with us!
Flexible Work Schedule
Employee Assistance Program to help with Work-Life Integration and other potential well-being challenges
12 Paid Holidays
Accrual of 15 vacation days and 8 sick days, plus 5 personal/wellness days
Paid 3 weeks parental leave
"Dress for your day" dress code
Educational Reimbursement
Reimbursement for mileage
Salary:
Starting at $18.00 an hour (non-exempt)
About the Position:
With supervision, assist and support staff and families by transporting clients, supervising visits, mentoring, tutoring, providing respite and providing casework services to clients participating in Youth, Family and Community Outreach Services Programs.
A Typical Day as a Community Outreach Paraprofessional:
Document all services delivered to comply with agency, state, and federal regulations and requirements.
Visit primary family, foster home, day care setting, school, and other appropriate settings to ensure that case management goals are being met.
Complete necessary paperwork to track progress and plan for achievement of established goals.
Attend court hearings, case staffing, or other activities necessary to coordinate client services.
Travel to deliver services to the family's home, and/or transport clients to alternative service locations.
Work Hours:
Schedule is flexible and non-traditional; based around the availability of youth and families served.
Does the Following Apply to You?
Associate degree in social work, Human Service, or related field
Additional Qualifications:
Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
Must be at least 21 years of age
Obtain an insured vehicle
At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license
Additional Benefits:
Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
Dental and Vision Insurance
401k plan with employer match
Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan
For information on The Center for Youth and Family Solutions, including more information on employee benefits and our company culture, visit our website at ******************************
The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
$18 hourly 8d ago
Community Management Intern
Walgreens 4.4
Community health worker job in Decatur, IL
**Job Objectives** + Learn to provide an extraordinary customer experience in retail store setting. + Completes product returns, order voids, customer refunds, cash drops to the safe, and provides change as requested to cash registers. + Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
**Job Responsibilities/Tasks**
**Customer Experience**
+ Engages customers and patients by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services. Resolves customer issues and answers questions to ensure a positive customer experience.
+ Models and shares customer service best practices with all team members to deliver a distinctive and delightful customer experience, including interpersonal habits (e.g., greeting, eye contact, courtesy, etc.) and Walgreens service traits (e.g., offering help proactively, identifying needs, servicing until satisfied, etc.).
**Operations**
+ Learn from store, pharmacy, district manager, competitors and customers/patients
+ Engage in a kick-off and day of service activity
+ Responsible and accountable for registering all related sales on assigned cash register, including records of scanning errors, price verifications, items not on file, price modifications, and voids.
+ Assists manager or assistant store manager in reviewing order exceptions on order release day and assists in reverse logistics (e.g., 1506, returns, empty package).
+ Learns to analyze inventory trends and supervises inventory management, including ordering items, keeping stock, and liquidating stock and leveraging company resources to avoid outs and overstock.
+ Assists manager or assistant store manager in evaluating and developing displays, including promotional, seasonal, super structures, and sale merchandise. Completes resets and revisions.
+ Engage in weekly meetings with store manager or pharmacy manager
+ Responsible for basic department pricing and making daily price changes; ensures proper signage is displayed at the store to support accurate pricing of products. Ensures any additional pricing tasks related to local regulations and/or regulatory compliance programs are completed accurately and within the required time frame.
+ Assists with exterior and interior maintenance by ensuring clean, neat, orderly store condition and appearance, including requesting store or system repairs as required in manager absence, or as requested by manager.
+ Assists with separation of food items (e.g., raw foods from pre-cooked) and product placement as specified by policies/procedures (e.g., raw and frozen meats on bottom shelves). For consumable items, assists in stock rotation, using the first in, first out method and restock outs.
+ Has working knowledge of store systems and store equipment.
+ Receives exposure to the analysis of financial & performance data for the store, pharmacy and clinic and to the analysis of asset protection data and action plans to reduce loss.
+ Ensures compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products (e.g., alcoholic beverages and tobacco products).
+ Work as a group to complete the Intern Team Challenge and present to area, district and store leaders
+ Complies with all company policies and procedures; maintains respectful relationships with coworkers.
+ Complete evaluation of internship program upon completion.
+ Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
**Training & Personal Development**
+ Attends training and completes E-learnings and special assignments requested by Manager.
+ Shadow district leader for the specified time
**Communications**
+ Reports customer complaints to management.
+ Assists Store Manager in planning and attending community events.
**Job ID:** 1739226BR
**Title:** Community Management Intern
**Company Indicator:** Walgreens
**Employment Type:** Full-time
**Job Function:** Retail
**Full Store Address:** 225 E ASH AVE,DECATUR,IL,62526-06157-05545-S
**Full District Office Address:** 225 E ASH AVE,DECATUR,IL,62526-06157-05545-S
**External Basic Qualifications:**
+ Should be a Student beginning or completing Senior year towards a Bachelor's degree
+ Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English. (Except in Puerto Rico)
+ Willingness to work flexible schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Prefer the knowledge of store inventory control.
We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.
This information is being provided to promote pay transparency and equal employment opportunities at Walgreens. The current salary range for this position is $17.00 per hour - $19.50 per hour. The actual hourly salary within this range that you will be offered will depend on a variety of factors including geography, skills and abilities, education, experience and other relevant factors. This role will remain open until filled. To review benefits, please click here jobs.walgreens.com/benefits . If you are applying on a job board or unable to click on the link, please copy and paste this URL into your browser jobs.walgreens.com/benefits
**Shift:**
**Store:** 05545-DECATUR IL
How much does a community health worker earn in Urbana, IL?
The average community health worker in Urbana, IL earns between $30,000 and $61,000 annually. This compares to the national average community health worker range of $27,000 to $49,000.
Average community health worker salary in Urbana, IL
$43,000
What are the biggest employers of Community Health Workers in Urbana, IL?
The biggest employers of Community Health Workers in Urbana, IL are: