AmeriCorps – Community Health Worker (Chronic Disease)
Benefits
- Biweekly Living Stipend: $760.00
- Education Award: $7,395.00
- Meaningful Community Health Experience
- And much more!
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Job Overview
About the Role
Embark on a transformative journey as an AmeriCorps Member, where your role as a Community Health Worker will bridge the gap between patients and imperative chronic disease management and prevention education services at Legacy Community Health in our LMA location (2929 Allen Pkwy, Houston, TX 77019). This is not just a job; it's a calling to drive change and improve health outcomes in the community.
- Engage actively in supporting patient linkage to Legacy's chronic disease services.
- Be at the forefront of educating communities on vital health matters.
- Contribute to increasing access to healthcare and improving health outcomes.
- Join a team dedicated to impactful community healthcare initiatives.
- Harness growth opportunities in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide health education and screenings to enhance health outcomes and increase care access.
- Deliver pertinent health education sessions targeting diseases like diabetes, cancer, and HIV.
- Conduct comprehensive health screenings, including diabetes, blood pressure, and cholesterol.
- Facilitate appointments for primary and preventative care at Legacy Health.
- Engage in community outreach through health fairs and meetings.
- Connect community members to essential health and eligibility services.
- Educate about Legacy's extensive health services offerings.
- Represent Legacy’s AmeriCorps Program professionally by wearing the AmeriCorps logo daily.
- Assist in disaster response and recovery activities if needed.
- Collaborate with community partners for service opportunity identification.
- Perform additional duties as instructed that align with role responsibilities and accommodations.
- Provide translation and interpretation services as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED.
- No previous experience required, making it an excellent entry-level role.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Effective multitasking in fast-paced settings.
- Above average organizational skills and strong computer proficiency.
- Capability of managing confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
- Previous experience with Electronic Health Record Systems is advantageous.
- Bilingual/Spanish fluency is preferred to enhance communication skills.
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.
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