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Community Health Worker Trainee

NeighborHealth, Boston, MA, United States


Community Health Worker (CHW) Trainee
Time Type:

Full time

Department:

Education & Training Institute

All Locations:

151 Orleans Street

Position Summary
As a Community Health Worker (CHW) Trainee you will have the opportunity to make a profound impact on the lives of people living with complex and/or chronic conditions, many of whom also face multiple barriers accessing care and need the help of CHW’s. During the 8‑week training program, the CHW Trainee will participate in CHW coursework while also working in assigned Clinical Departments learning on‑the‑job skills related to the work of NeighborHealth Community Health Workers. During the Trainee period, all Trainees will report to the Director of Workforce Development.

Responsibilities

Participate fully in the 8‑week training program by attending all in‑person and Zoom trainings.

Join in all on‑the‑job training in various Clinical Departments.

Reflect NeighborHealth core values.

Maintain a professional attitude.

Work in assigned NeighborHealth Department supporting the needs of that Department, their colleagues, and patients (if applicable).

Maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.

Participate in required departmental activities.

Adhere to all NeighborHealth and departmental policies and procedures.

Use NeighborHealth devices appropriately.

Follow established departmental policies and procedures for environmental safety and infection control.

Perform other related duties from the clinical department as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. BLS required at hire.

Language

Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required.

Skills/Abilities

Able to anticipate potential problems and problem‑solve independently.

Good communication skills with the ability to work with different NeighborHealth departments both independently and as a team member.

Program Rate
$20.00 per hour

EEO & Accommodation Statement
NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e‑mail to HRrecruit@NeighborHealth.com or call 617‑568‑4480 to let us know the nature of your request.

Federal Trade Commission Statement
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps.” Job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.

E-Verify Program Participation Statement
NeighborHealth participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program, E‑Verify. As an E‑Verify employer, all prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment.

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