University of Florida·Gainesville, Florida
Community Health Workers obtain informed consent, administer health intake questionnaires, and refer community members to medical and social services. They specifically focus on increasing screenings for diabetes, hypertension, stroke, and heart disease through the HealthScreen program.
Classification Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent Must have Florida driver’s license
The University of Florida (UF) Department of Epidemiology seeks compassionate, detail-oriented individuals to function as Community Health Workers (CHWs). CHWs work directly with community members to obtain informed consent, administer the HealthStreet health intake questionnaire, refer people to medical and social services and research opportunities, and track satisfaction with the HealthStreet program. Duties specific to this project include efforts targeted at increasing screenings for diabetes, hypertension, stroke, and heart disease through the HealthScreen program.
Maintaining proper documentation and record keeping.
Attending HealthStreet meetings.
Completing ethics training.
Part-time, 0.5 FTE position, at 20 hours per week. Requires flexibility in hours, as evening and weekend hours may be needed twice a month. This recruitment has the opportunity to hire up to seven (7) individuals.
$21.50 per hour
Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Must have Florida driver’s license
Must be punctual, dependable, outgoing, communicate effectively (verbally and in writing), be committed to participant protection and privacy, and have high personal integrity.
Applicants must be independent, self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and performance-oriented.
In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
Successful candidates must be committed to working with a variety of students and community populations.
The University of Florida is committed to non-discrimination with respect to race, creed, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, political opinions or affiliations, genetic information and veterans' status in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.
If an accommodation is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System ate 800-955-8771 TDD.
Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S.
Searches are conducted according to Florida's Sunshine Law.
Health Assessment Required: No
Market context
Community Health Worker roles in Florida often reflect steady demand in public health, outreach, and care-navigation settings, especially when employers need staff who can work directly with participants in the community. These roles are competitive because they often value reliability, privacy, and local mobility alongside a high school diploma and a valid Florida driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your schedule, transportation, and experience with participant confidentiality before applying.