Copy of Non Profit Org-Patient Navigator at Universal Community Health Center

Description

The Patient Navigator supports patients along with their health needs by assisting in navigating and accessing community resources, social service, and medical systems. Serves as a liaison between Universal Community Health Center (UCHC) and the community to facilitate access to services through assessments, care coordination, and other case management activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborate with health education participants onsite and in the community.
• Provide culturally sensitive health education and support diverse populations.
• Build and maintain relationships with community members and stakeholders.
• Coordinate multiple priorities and manage timeliness effectively.
• Coordinate activities related to patient centered care that involves identifying patient populations and providing one-on-one support to help them navigate through the healthcare system.
• Identify current and new patient populations through risk stratification lists.
• Assess social determinates of health needs in patient/participant and documents appropriately.
• Determine social determinants of health concerns/gaps, develop plans to address moderate social and health disparities.
• Occasionally visit patients and their residence, accompany to appointments and assisting with completing forms to access needed services.
• Conduct follow-ups with patients and families to reduce barriers in accessing resources.
• Collaborate with other staff members, including medical providers, social workers, and case managers.
• Establish professional relationships and partner with community stakeholders, health plans, and providers by participating in local community engagement activities.
• Identify gaps in community resources and supports the implementation of new solutions and services.
• Disseminate community resource updates to staff and community stakeholders.
• Work independently to fulfill general request and work with internal teams to solve complex issues.
• Provide overall programmatic support, including meeting coordination, data collection and analysis.
• Provide patient education and assists with the delivery of melanoma cancer prevention.
• Assist to build understanding of services available to support healthier decisions and lifestyle choices.
• Deliver health information using culturally appropriate terms and concepts.
• Perform other tasks as required by management.

Requirements

Education/Experience

• High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• One (1) year of experience in community-level health education or related field.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance coverage as this position requires travel to patient homes and escort patient to medical appointments.
• Two (2) years of experience working with vulnerable populations, homeless individuals/families, and those suffering from mental health disorders including substance use disorder.
• Bilingual in Spanish required.

Demonstrated Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Problem solving skills.
• Active listening.
• Social perceptiveness.
• Critical thinking.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs.