Community Health Advocate & Care Navigator

Western Sierra Medical Clinic Inc; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Sierra Medical Clinic Inc is seeking a Community Health Worker to advocate for patients, coordinate care, and connect them with needed resources. The CHW will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and serve as a liaison between the community and health and social services.

The role emphasizes outreach, enrollment, care planning, and accurate documentation. Certification will be offered if not currently held, with potential training during the first six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 1 year of related experience preferred.
• CHW certification or willingness to obtain within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for patients and help them achieve their best health.
• Create care plans reflecting patients' needs and connect to resources.
• Serve as liaison between community and health/social services.
• Document clearly in medical records and interface with providers.
• Outreach and enrollment assessments and meet documentation standards.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Electronic practice management system

Typing speed 40 wpm

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Windows OS

Practice management software

Job description

Western Sierra Medical Clinic Inc is seeking a Community Health Worker to advocate for patients, coordinate care, and connect them with needed resources. The CHW will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and serve as a liaison between the community and health and social services.

The role emphasizes outreach, enrollment, care planning, and accurate documentation. Certification will be offered if not currently held, with potential training during the first six months.