Cultural Community Health Worker (One World Pantry) - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Center (5 days per week; 8:30a-5p)

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 Working at University Health is about making a difference.

It's providing the best care to every patient every day. University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer.

We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.