Bilingual Peer Support Specialist - Community Health Advocate

Yakima Neighborhood Health Services; Yakima (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer provided medical, dental, and

Vision and life insurances

Retirement plan

Ten paid holidays

Flexible leave / cash-out options

Retention bonuses

Job summary

Yakima Neighborhood Health Services in Yakima, WA is seeking a team-oriented staff member to assist patients in navigating community resources and health programs. The role involves outreach, eligibility assistance, and close collaboration with Navigators to connect clients to health insurance, telehealth, and housing services.

Ideal candidates will be bilingual in English/Spanish, have strong data-entry and communication skills, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred; convenient if ability to sign.
• Strong data-entry and documentation skills required.
• Excellent spelling and punctuation; ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and community members in learning about and applying for resources and programs.
• Coordinate with navigators to connect clients to health services and housing resources.
• Document contacts and interactions in Electronic Health Records and other databases.

Skills

Bilingual EN/ES

Data entry

Communication skills

Driver's license

Job description

Yakima Neighborhood Health Services in Yakima, WA is seeking a team-oriented staff member to assist patients in navigating community resources and health programs. The role involves outreach, eligibility assistance, and close collaboration with Navigators to connect clients to health insurance, telehealth, and housing services.

Ideal candidates will be bilingual in English/Spanish, have strong data-entry and communication skills, and possess a valid driver’s license.