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Cultural Community Health Worker (One World Pantry) - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:30a-5p)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
University Health Truman Medical Center
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
Language Access UHTMC
Position Type
Full time
Work Schedule
8:30AM - 5:00PM
Hours Per Week
40
Job Description
Cultural Community Health Worker (CCHW)
Empower communities. Advocate for equity. Bridge the gap in care.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Cultural Community Health Worker (CCHW) to support and uplift Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. As a trusted connector, you'll provide culturally responsive outreach, health education, and care navigation, while addressing social determinants of health and advocating for individual and community needs.
You'll meet people where they are-in their homes, neighborhoods, hospitals, and community spaces-to help reduce health disparities, increase access to services, and promote human rights and social justice.
What You'll Do:
Provide health education and connect individuals to resources
Provides assistance in the operation of the One World Pantry. This can include, but not limited to, driving to pick up products, unloading and storing food donations and deliveries, ensuring food pantry, office space, storage room, etc. are all clean and well organized and interacting with guests to the department, assessing for nutrition needs, healthcare needs, resource needs and available financial support for healthcare.
Help people apply for health benefits and access needed care
Serve as a trusted advocate for underserved communities
Collaborate with families and partners to address complex social needs
Minimum Requirements:
High school diploma or GED
1+ year CHW or related community experience
Comfortable visiting homes, hospitals, and community settings
Strong empathy, communication, and collaboration skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Bilingual (English/Spanish, Arabic, Somali, or Pashto) preferred
Why This Role Matters:
You'll be a frontline advocate for equity and wellness
You'll connect people to life-changing resources
You'll be part of a team committed to justice and health for all