Job Title: Community Health Worker

Division:

Public Health Nursing

Programs:

Office Based

Civil Service & FLSA Status:

Non-Classified, Non-Exempt

Hours & Benefits:

Hourly position. Pay based on experience. Eligible for benefits.

Date Posted: 11/02/2026

Expires:

Open Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY

Fayette County Public Health (FCPH) is seeking a Community Health Worker (CHW) to work within Fayette County receiving referrals from providers, contacting program participants through enrollment and supporting participants through connection to community programing and services. This position is full-time and 40 hours per week. The CHW is also responsible for other Health Department duties. This position is funded through grant funding with an expected span of three (3) years with the potential to continue afterwards and offers competitive salary and benefits.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The Community Health Worker is responsible for all essential functions including;

Receive referrals from providers to enroll program participants in available chronic disease education courses.

Supporting program participants through community education and connecting them to relevant community programs and services.

Complete required health screenings for local schools as determined by the Ohio Department of Health.

Collaborate with emergency response planning and training.

Other duties as directed by supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This job requires an active Community Health Worker License from the State of Ohio Board of Nursing and a valid Ohio Driver's License. Specialized skills such as typing, computer skills, and strong communication skills (both oral and written) are required. Experience with community outreach and public health is highly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

This job requires proficiency of computers skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Adobe Reader, e-mail, electronic calendar, and internet research; ability to compile, consolidate and summarize information; English grammar, spelling, written format and punctuation; effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to work independently in a dependable manner; knowledge of community resources; be able to effectively deal with stress; ability to learn and use a web-based reporting program for completing on-line reports; es

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Community Health Worker