Community Health Worker
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University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM, US
Summary
Community Health Workers assess and address clients' social needs by developing actionable plans to connect individuals with resources that address Social Drivers of Health. They coordinate with medical providers, social services, and community organizations to deliver care coordination, educational support, and resource navigation.
Job Description
Community Health Worker
| Requisition ID | req38018 |
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| Working Title | Community Health Worker |
| Position Grade | 09 |
| Position Summary | Community Health Workers (CHWs) assess and address clients' social needs by developing actionable plans to connect individuals with resources that address Social Drivers of Health (SDOH). CHWs hold an essential role in advancing community health by addressing systemic barriers and empowering individuals to improve their quality of life. Under indirect supervision, CHWs coordinate with medical providers, primary care teams, social services, and community organizations to deliver short-term care coordination, educational support, and resource navigation. CHWs may also provide peer support in areas such as mental health, substance use recovery, housing instability, food insecurity, and other social encounters. This role offers comprehensive training to obtain CHW certification, supporting skill development, and professional growth. CHWs provide direct support in clinical, community, and home settings, focusing on improving clients' overall health, well-being, and access to services. |
| Conditions of Employment |
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| Minimum Qualifications |
High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Additional Requirements | |
| Campus | Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM |
| Department | VP for Comm Health Administration (196A) |
| Employment Type | Staff |
| Staff Type | Term - Part-Time |
| Term End Date | 06/30/2027 |
| Status | Non-Exempt |
| Pay | Hourly: $19.00 - $24.77 |
| Benefits Eligible | This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. |
| ERB Statement | As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. |
| Background Check Required | Yes |
| For Best Consideration Date | 9/24/2026 |
| Eligible for Hiring Incentive | |
| Eligible for Remote Work | Yes |
| Eligible for Remote Work Statement | |
| Application Instructions |
Only applications submitted through Please include a resume detailing your complete work history. |
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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff. |
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As the only academic health center in the state, UNM HSC combines its three mission areas - education, research and patient care - to provide New Mexicans with the highest level of health care. UNM HSC was established in 1994 and is located on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
UNM HSC is made up of the following academic and clinical entities: * School of Medicine * College of Nursing * College of Pharmacy * College of Population Health * Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center * Clinical & Translational Science Center (CTSC) * UNM Hospitals (New Mexico's only Level I Trauma Center) * UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center * UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Albuquerque, New Mexico
As the only academic health center in the state, UNM HSC combines its three mission areas - education, research and patient care - to provide New Mexicans with the highest level of health care. UNM HSC was established in 1994 and is located on the University of New Mexico campus in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
UNM HSC is made up of the following academic and clinical entities: * School of Medicine * College of Nursing * College of Pharmacy * College of Population Health * Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center * Clinical & Translational Science Center (CTSC) * UNM Hospitals (New Mexico's only Level I Trauma Center) * UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center * UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center
Company size
5,001-10,000 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Educational
Headquarters
Albuquerque, New Mexico