Bilingual Community Health Worker (English & Spanish)
Company: Wider Circle
Location: Fontana
Posted on: February 12, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The Community Health Worker
(CHW) plays a vital role in running Connect For Life, our
groundbreaking program that connects neighbors for better health,
empowering them to live longer, healthier lives while finding joy
in one another’s company. Reporting to the Area Manager, the CHW is
a trusted community member who serves as a link between health,
social services and our members and those that support them to
increase access to and improve the quality of services. The
successful CHW will radiate confidence and empathy, establish trust
with our members, and skillfully switch between group and
one-on-one interactions. They will utilize multiple means as
necessary to connect and engage with members, including in-person
group meetings, one-on-one home visits, and telephone outreach.
Company Overview Wider Circle works with health plans and providers
nationally to deliver unique community care programs that connect
neighbors for better health. Centered on trusted relationships,
Wider Circle connects health plan members with like-minded
neighbors to inform, support and motivate one another, empowering
them to be more proactive about their health. Wider Circle’s
trusted delivery network has been proven to drive resilience,
improve member experience and engagement, and reduce inappropriate
utilization and has been published in peer-reviewed literature.
Today, Wider Circle offers its unique neighborhood care programs to
tens of thousands of communities nationwide. To learn more, visit
widercircle.com. Responsibilities The CHW is an integral part of
the member’s care team and works closely with the Case Manager. The
CHW will lead the Connect For Life program, using Wider Circle’s
approved curriculum and materials to build trust, promote health,
and encourage engagement. The CHW will plan, promote, and host
virtual and in-person events for members, fostering relationships
with and among members to support wellness outcomes. On a regular
cadence and as needed, the CHW will reach out to members(by phone
and in-person) to check-in with them, identify and address needs,
and encourage participation in local events. As needed, the CHW
will conduct home visits to support members, provide health and
social support resources, and encourage participation in the
Enhance Care Management program compliance with the care plan. The
CHW will establish/maintain partnerships with local community-based
organizations to bring additional resources to our members'
attention. The CHW will record details of interactions with members
in the case management system (CMS) using a computer, tablet, or
smartphone. The CHW will be accountable for achieving membership
growth targets, engagement and retention goals and monitor the
success of their efforts by tracking member attendance, feedback,
and other metrics. The CHW will identify members who are natural
leaders and invite them to serve as Connect For Life Ambassadors
who will assist in connecting with members and organizing member
meetings. Requirements Certified Community Health Worker Have
Enhanced Care Management or complex care management experience
Bilingual English/Spanish required Have 3 years of relevant
community outreach, teaching, facilitation, volunteer, or
healthcare experience Embrace a remote team working environment,
working independently with little oversight Understand the
socio-economic and public health challenges facing disenfranchised
people Have excellent presentation and communication skills, both
written and verbal, and be comfortable speaking one-on-one and to
larger groups Have an outgoing personality and unwavering, positive
attitude, with the ability to comfortably engage with others
in-person and via video conference or phone Love building
relationships and networking and have a knack for motivating and
influencing different types of people Great at organizing,
prioritizing, and following through on commitments Have strong
computer skills and the ability to navigate web-based and app-based
systems Have reliable transportation and be comfortable traveling
to members’ homes Willing to commute 20 - 40 miles Have a flexible
schedule and be able to work outside of regular business hours and
when necessary Be committed to a drug-free workplace and ready for
pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks
Candidates must have recent Community Health Worker (CHW)
experience within the last two years. Applications with older CHW
experience will not meet the requirement. If you do not already
hold a CHW certification, Wider Circle can offer an attestation.
This attestation must confirm: •You have at least 2,000 hours of
work or volunteer experience as a Community Health Worker within
the last two years. Your experience demonstrates skills in
communication, relationship building, service coordination,
advocacy, education, assessment, outreach, and basic public health
knowledge. You agree to complete a valid CHW curriculum certificate
within 18 months of your first member visit. Physical Requirements
Safely and consistently drive to public places up to 40 miles away
from their home Frequently carry up to 30 pounds of supplies
Frequently stand and speak publicly including projecting their
voice in indoor and outdoor spaces in front of groups Routinely
sit, stand, and walk to allow for the interacting with members for
the duration of a member meeting, home visit, or one-on-one
interaction Ability to see and hear well enough to interact with
members by phone and in-person and respond to member questions
Ability to use a computer, tablet, smartphone or other device to
update information in different secure systems Benefits
Compensation As a venture-backed company, Wider Circle offers
competitive compensation including: Performance-based incentive
bonuses Opportunity to grow with the company Comprehensive health
coverage including medical, dental, and vision 401(k) Plan Paid
Time Off Employee Assistance Program Health Care FSA Dependent Care
FSA Health Savings Account Voluntary Disability Benefits Basic Life
and AD&D Insurance Adoption Assistance Program Training and
Development Starting salary: $24.00-$25.00 And most importantly, an
opportunity to LOVE, LEARN, and GROW with us! Wider Circle is proud
to be an equal-opportunity employer that does not tolerate
discrimination or harassment of any kind. Our commitment to
Diversity & Inclusion supports our ability to build diverse teams
and develop inclusive work environments. We believe in empowering
people and valuing their differences. We are committed to equal
employment opportunity without consideration of race, color,
religion, ethnicity, citizenship, political activity or
affiliation, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry,
disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, sex or gender, or any other basis protected by
law.
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