Careers

The Southwest PA Area Health Education Center recruits dedicated and impassioned individuals who understand its mission of improving the health of those living in marginalized and medically underserved communities.

Maternity Community Health Worker

Location: McKeesport, PA | Annual Salary Range: $37,000 – 42,000

This position is part of a Community Based Care Management Program (CBCM) partnership between UPMC For You (UPMCFY) and Southwest PA Area Health Education Center (AHEC). The Maternity CHW will be reaching out and meeting with UPMCFY members living in the McKeesport area. The CHW will work with health clinics and local community-based organization to develop a community presence. Through this community presence, the CHW will identify UPMC for You maternity members with a focus on those early in pregnancy and those who are not currently accessing care. The CHW will offer support services, including but not limited to connecting members to basic needs services, social determinants of health navigation, and connecting and coordinating access to perinatal care providers. CHWs will work in collaboration with UPMC Maternity Care Management team to maximize the benefits and access to care for members. CHW will maintain a relationship over time, as appropriate to the needs of the member.