Community Health Worker

Ochsner Health

. Conduct chronic disease care management, including depression and anxiety .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeBaton Rouge • Louisiana • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in chronic disease care management, patient education, and community health outreach while effectively coordinating care and advocating for diverse populations. Proficient in data management and maintaining compliance with relevant laws and standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Chronic Disease Care ManagementCommunity Health EducationPatient AdvocacyDatabase ManagementEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Patient Follow-Up ServicesHealth Fair CoordinationData EntryInformation RetrievalCulturally Aware Support

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving AbilityMentoring and CoachingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Windows-Style ApplicationsRole-Specific Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Community Health Worker Training Certificate

Industry Keywords

Chronic Disease ManagementPatient Needs AssessmentCommunity Resources NavigationHealth Systems CoordinationRegulatory Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct chronic disease care management, including depression and anxiety
Provide patient follow-up services, document outcomes, educate patients, and facilitate support groups
Mentor and coach less experienced Community Health Workers during certification training
Assess and address patient needs in person and by telephone
Coordinate patient care across health systems and navigate community resources
Advocate for patients and community members
Provide community health education and outreach to individuals, families, and local agencies
Assist with health fair events
Provide culturally aware social support and motivational support
Coach patients on self-management and goal setting
Track and maintain a database of community outreach activities for grant reporting
Adapt communication and service delivery to specific patient populations
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
Report known or suspected unethical, safety, privacy, or compliance concerns

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent
No work experience required
Community Health Worker training certificate must be obtained within 1 year of hire
Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and information retrieval
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, role-specific software, and keyboard
Ability to educate individuals and facilitate problem-solving
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse community members
Ability to work independently
Organizational skills and ability to maintain a database

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Employee safety, patient privacy, and compliance support through the Compliance & Privacy Program