Community Health Worker at Southeastern Michigan Health Association

Wayne, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

19.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Outreach, Engagement, Education, Peer Support, Preventive Screenings, Chronic Disease Management, HEDIS Care Gaps, Emergency Department Utilization, SDOH Screenings, Community Resources Linkage, Referral Coordination, Scheduling Assistance, Documentation, Reporting, HIPAA Compliance, Patient Panel Management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description LOCATION: New Hope Missionary Baptist Church - Wayne, MI 48184 POSITION SUMMARY: SEMHA is seeking a compassionate and motivated Community Health Worker (CHW) to join the Wayne FQHC Program located in the city of WAYNE. The Community Health Worker is a part of an inter-disciplinary clinical care team at a health center who helps increase access to health services for people through outreach, encouraging engagement, education, and peer support. REQUIREMENTS: Conduct patient outreach and provide education on preventive screenings and chronic disease management. Address HEDIS care gaps and engage high emergency department utilizers to connect with their PCP. Perform Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screenings and link patients to appropriate community resources. Coordinate referrals, assist with scheduling, and help remove barriers to care. Maintain accurate documentation, outreach tracking, and monthly reporting for Health Plans. Participate in community outreach events and support site visit preparation (e.g., HRSA, AAAHC). Maintain HIPAA compliance and confidentiality at all times. Support patient panel management and other duties as assigned. EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in health sciences or related field preferred. MICHW certification preferred. Experience in community work, education, or healthcare strongly preferred. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and advocate for patients. Proficiency in Microsoft Office preferred. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required. Salary: Starting at $19.00 hourly Employment Type: Part-Time Classification: Non-exempt Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision insurance Paid time off and Holidays 403b (Retirement plan) Various Voluntary Benefit Option Application Deadline: March 20, 2026 Please contact SEMHA HR Department @ (313) 873-6500 if you need assistance to upload resume, cover letter, and/or make application online. ** Applicants must be presently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. E.O.E.** ** SEMHA is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the SEMHA Human Resources Department. ** ** SEMHA positions are grant funded and are contingent upon the continued support of the funding throughout the duration of the assignment. **

Responsibilities

The Community Health Worker will join an inter-disciplinary clinical care team to increase health service access through outreach, engagement, education, and peer support. Key duties include conducting outreach, addressing care gaps, performing SDOH screenings, linking patients to resources, and coordinating referrals.