Full-Time Bilingual Community Health Worker/Medical Interpreter
West Central District Health Department·North Platte, Nebraska
West Central District Health Department·North Platte, Nebraska
Provides health education and outreach on chronic diseases and mental health to serve as a bridge between communities and healthcare systems. Delivers accurate medical interpretation services to ensure effective communication between patients and healthcare staff.
The Bilingual Community Health Worker (CHW)/Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing health education and outreach to the public across the communities we serve on topics including, but not limited to, obesity, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancers, and mental health issues, serving as a bridge between communities, healthcare, and other social systems.
CHW’s collaborate with physicians, nurses, or health workers to deliver culturally appropriate health education or basic screening services while the providers conduct medical exams or provide medical service, and/or connects people with the services they need to promote disease prevention, exercise, and educational programs to meet the needs of clients.
Additionally, the Bilingual Community Health Worker (CHW)/Medical Interpreter is responsible for providing accurate, impartial, and confidential interpretation services to facilitate effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare or public health staff.
This position supports language access across clinical and public health settings by interpreting spoken and/or written information related to medical services, public health programs, and health-related topics, ensuring individuals with limited English proficiency can fully understand and participate in their care and services.
Other duties as assigned.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
on the role of a CHW can be found at https://www.c3council.org/roles-competencies.
Requires bilingual proficiency to provide interpretation and health education services. This is an entry-level position focused on community health and language access.
Market context
In Nebraska, bilingual community health worker and medical interpreter roles are often tied to clinics, hospitals, and public health programs that need language access and patient support. These positions can be competitive because employers look for clear bilingual communication, cultural responsiveness, and comfort with entry-level community health work; on this platform, the job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving candidates research time. Review the original posting for the languages needed and any preferred experience before applying.
