Homeward
Homeward is rearchitecting the delivery of health and care in partnership with communities everywhere, starting in rural America. Today, 60 million Americans living in rural communities are facing a crisis of access to care. In the U.S. healthcare system, rural Americans experience significantly poorer clinical outcomes. This trend is rapidly accelerating as rural hospitals close and physician shortages increase, exacerbating health disparities. In fact, Americans living in rural communities suffer a mortality rate 23 percent higher than those in urban communities, in part because of the lack of access to quality care.
Our vision is care that enables everyone to achieve their best health. So, we’re creating a new healthcare delivery model that is purpose‑built for rural America and directly addresses the issues that have historically limited access and quality. Homeward supports Medicare‑eligible beneficiaries by partnering with health plans, providers, and communities to align incentives—taking full financial accountability for clinical outcomes and the total cost of care across rural counties.
As a public benefit corporation and Certified B Corp™, Homeward’s mission and business model are aligned to address the healthcare, economic, and demographic challenges that make it challenging for rural Americans to stay healthy. Homeward’s Homeward Navigation™ platform uses advanced analytics to connect members to the right care and local resources that address social determinants of health and improve holistic health outcomes.
Homeward is co‑founded by a leadership team that defined and delivered Livongo’s products, and backed most recently by a $50 million series B co‑led by Arch Ventures and Human Capital, with participation from General Catalyst for a total of $70 million in funding. With this leadership team and funding, Homeward is committed to bringing high‑quality healthcare to rural communities in need.
The Opportunity We’re looking for a
full‑time Community Health and Engagement Lead
who knows rural communities because you’ve lived in them, worked in them, and built trust in them. You are passionate about helping people in rural communities in the
St. Cloud
area.
This role is about meeting neighbors where they are, listening deeply, and helping bring healthcare directly into rural communities through a new mobile clinic. You’ll be a trusted local presence, helping spread the word, connect people to care and resources, and make sure this program truly reflects what the community needs.
You’ll play a key role in launching a mobile clinic and a related clinical study, helping ensure community voices shape how care is delivered. Your work will directly impact who shows up, and ensure they feel welcome and get care close to home.
The clinic focuses on
prenatal care
and
wound care , serving:
Pregnant people and families
Elders and people with chronic wounds or diabetes
People with limited mobility, housing instability, or transportation challenges
Uninsured or under‑insured neighbors
Native and Tribal communities
Experience working with any of these groups is a strong plus.
What You’ll Do Build Trust & Show Up
Build relationships with community members, Tribal leaders, schools, clinics, faith groups, local businesses, healthcare, and social service organizations
Be present in the community— in homes, at worksites, and wherever people naturally gather
Listen, learn, and bring community feedback back to the care team so the program reflects local needs
Help Launch Something New
Support planning of community events to build awareness and trust before the clinic launches (e.g., school‑based events, health fairs, local gatherings)
Help identify trusted locations for clinic visits and strong community partners
Share on‑ground insights to improve scheduling, technology, and how care is delivered Support the Mobile Clinic & Study
Help recruit patient and clinician participants for a clinical study focused on making mobile healthcare work better in rural areas
Encourage patient turnout before and after clinic launch
Track outreach, referrals, and engagement activities
Help people understand what the mobile clinic offers and how to access care
Provide culturally relevant health education and basic screenings (like blood pressure checks or general information for diabetic care)
Support trauma informed and empathetic care navigation, advocacy, and referrals for healthcare, food, housing, childcare, transportation, insurance enrollment, and more
Travel & Flexibility
Travel within rural Minnesota, primarily in the St Cloud area, to meet people where they are
Work flexible hours as needed for community events and outreach
How We’ll Know You’re Succeeding
Community members recognize you and trust you
Strong community turnout when the clinic launches (Nov 2026)
Community events are well‑attended and well‑received
New patients register for care or return after being disconnected
Strong referral relationships are built with at least three local partners
Community voices clearly influence how the program operates
What We’re Looking For Required
Certified Community Health Worker (CHW) or equivalent experience
Experience in public health, nursing, birth work, care navigation, insurance enrollment, or social services
Lived and/or professional experience in rural communities
Strong relationship‑building, communication, and advocacy skills
Comfort working independently and in the community
Valid driver’s license, ability to travel, and ability to pass a background check
Nice to Have
Experience in prenatal care, wound care, elder care, or chronic disease support
Experience working with Native or Tribal communities
Strong organization and project management skills
Why This Role Matters This is a chance to help shape how healthcare shows up in rural Minnesota and beyond. Your voice, your relationships, and your lived experience will help ensure this clinic feels welcoming, respectful, and truly useful to the people it’s meant to serve.
What Shapes Homeward
Deep commitment to one another, the people and communities we serve, and to provide care that enables everyone to achieve their best health
Compassion and empathy
Curiosity and an eagerness to listen
Drive to deliver high‑quality experiences, clinical care, and cost‑effectiveness
Strong focus on the sustainability of our business and scalability of our services to maximize our reach and impact
Nurturing a diverse workforce with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view
Taking our mission and business seriously, but not taking ourselves too seriously—having fun as we build!
The base salary range for this position is $40,000‑$70,000 yearly. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, location, competencies and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work at Homeward Health. This role will start as a contract position for one year with a possible extension or conversion to a full‑time position.
At Homeward, we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in the areas detailed above, we hope you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Homeward is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Homeward is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Our vision is care that enables everyone to achieve their best health. So, we’re creating a new healthcare delivery model that is purpose‑built for rural America and directly addresses the issues that have historically limited access and quality. Homeward supports Medicare‑eligible beneficiaries by partnering with health plans, providers, and communities to align incentives—taking full financial accountability for clinical outcomes and the total cost of care across rural counties.
As a public benefit corporation and Certified B Corp™, Homeward’s mission and business model are aligned to address the healthcare, economic, and demographic challenges that make it challenging for rural Americans to stay healthy. Homeward’s Homeward Navigation™ platform uses advanced analytics to connect members to the right care and local resources that address social determinants of health and improve holistic health outcomes.
Homeward is co‑founded by a leadership team that defined and delivered Livongo’s products, and backed most recently by a $50 million series B co‑led by Arch Ventures and Human Capital, with participation from General Catalyst for a total of $70 million in funding. With this leadership team and funding, Homeward is committed to bringing high‑quality healthcare to rural communities in need.
The Opportunity We’re looking for a
full‑time Community Health and Engagement Lead
who knows rural communities because you’ve lived in them, worked in them, and built trust in them. You are passionate about helping people in rural communities in the
St. Cloud
area.
This role is about meeting neighbors where they are, listening deeply, and helping bring healthcare directly into rural communities through a new mobile clinic. You’ll be a trusted local presence, helping spread the word, connect people to care and resources, and make sure this program truly reflects what the community needs.
You’ll play a key role in launching a mobile clinic and a related clinical study, helping ensure community voices shape how care is delivered. Your work will directly impact who shows up, and ensure they feel welcome and get care close to home.
The clinic focuses on
prenatal care
and
wound care , serving:
Pregnant people and families
Elders and people with chronic wounds or diabetes
People with limited mobility, housing instability, or transportation challenges
Uninsured or under‑insured neighbors
Native and Tribal communities
Experience working with any of these groups is a strong plus.
What You’ll Do Build Trust & Show Up
Build relationships with community members, Tribal leaders, schools, clinics, faith groups, local businesses, healthcare, and social service organizations
Be present in the community— in homes, at worksites, and wherever people naturally gather
Listen, learn, and bring community feedback back to the care team so the program reflects local needs
Help Launch Something New
Support planning of community events to build awareness and trust before the clinic launches (e.g., school‑based events, health fairs, local gatherings)
Help identify trusted locations for clinic visits and strong community partners
Share on‑ground insights to improve scheduling, technology, and how care is delivered Support the Mobile Clinic & Study
Help recruit patient and clinician participants for a clinical study focused on making mobile healthcare work better in rural areas
Encourage patient turnout before and after clinic launch
Track outreach, referrals, and engagement activities
Help people understand what the mobile clinic offers and how to access care
Provide culturally relevant health education and basic screenings (like blood pressure checks or general information for diabetic care)
Support trauma informed and empathetic care navigation, advocacy, and referrals for healthcare, food, housing, childcare, transportation, insurance enrollment, and more
Travel & Flexibility
Travel within rural Minnesota, primarily in the St Cloud area, to meet people where they are
Work flexible hours as needed for community events and outreach
How We’ll Know You’re Succeeding
Community members recognize you and trust you
Strong community turnout when the clinic launches (Nov 2026)
Community events are well‑attended and well‑received
New patients register for care or return after being disconnected
Strong referral relationships are built with at least three local partners
Community voices clearly influence how the program operates
What We’re Looking For Required
Certified Community Health Worker (CHW) or equivalent experience
Experience in public health, nursing, birth work, care navigation, insurance enrollment, or social services
Lived and/or professional experience in rural communities
Strong relationship‑building, communication, and advocacy skills
Comfort working independently and in the community
Valid driver’s license, ability to travel, and ability to pass a background check
Nice to Have
Experience in prenatal care, wound care, elder care, or chronic disease support
Experience working with Native or Tribal communities
Strong organization and project management skills
Why This Role Matters This is a chance to help shape how healthcare shows up in rural Minnesota and beyond. Your voice, your relationships, and your lived experience will help ensure this clinic feels welcoming, respectful, and truly useful to the people it’s meant to serve.
What Shapes Homeward
Deep commitment to one another, the people and communities we serve, and to provide care that enables everyone to achieve their best health
Compassion and empathy
Curiosity and an eagerness to listen
Drive to deliver high‑quality experiences, clinical care, and cost‑effectiveness
Strong focus on the sustainability of our business and scalability of our services to maximize our reach and impact
Nurturing a diverse workforce with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and points of view
Taking our mission and business seriously, but not taking ourselves too seriously—having fun as we build!
The base salary range for this position is $40,000‑$70,000 yearly. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, location, competencies and experience. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work at Homeward Health. This role will start as a contract position for one year with a possible extension or conversion to a full‑time position.
At Homeward, we believe that a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences enrich our teams and allow us to achieve above and beyond our goals. If you do not have experience in the areas detailed above, we hope you will share your unique background with us in your application and how it can be additive to our teams.
Homeward is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Homeward is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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