Bon Secours Mercy Health·Petersburg, Virginia
The Community Health Worker serves as a liaison between patients and health/social service systems to improve community health outcomes. Key duties include conducting outreach, identifying barriers to care like food insecurity, and providing health education.
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Violence Response Team - Victim Advocacy Services It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
A high school diploma is required, while a bachelor's degree in a related field and CHW certification are preferred. Candidates should have proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience working with diverse populations.
Market context
In Virginia, Community Health Worker roles are often driven by ongoing needs in care coordination, outreach, and patient support, especially in settings serving diverse or underserved populations. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with strong interpersonal skills, healthcare or community outreach experience, and CHW certification, even when a high school diploma meets the minimum. If you are considering applying, highlight any direct community engagement experience and note that the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, which can save you time reviewing the details.
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