Community Health Navigator

Health Care For the Homeless Inc; Rossville (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care for the Homeless seeks a Community Health Worker to reengage clients and facilitate ongoing access to services through in-home and community supports. You will help with transportation, daily living coaching, and coordinating housing resources within an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires engagement with vulnerable populations, documentation of interventions, and active participation in care planning and team conferences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degree preferred.
• 2+ years experience engaging vulnerable individuals to access services.
• Experience with EMR systems and interdisciplinary teams preferred.
• Knowledge of Baltimore City resources for addiction, mental health, and social services.
• Ability to travel in the community and provide in-home supports.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients to improve access to available services and sustain engagement.
• Provide in-home and community supports, including reminder calls and coaching on daily living activities.
• Escort clients or coordinate transportation to appointments to support adherence.
• Help clients navigate housing resources and the Baltimore City Coordinated Access process.
• Document interventions timely as per agency policy and participate in team case conferences.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Flexibility

Problem solving

Outreach capability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

EMR system experience

Community resources knowledge

Job description

Health Care for the Homeless seeks a Community Health Worker to reengage clients and facilitate ongoing access to services through in-home and community supports. You will help with transportation, daily living coaching, and coordinating housing resources within an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires engagement with vulnerable populations, documentation of interventions, and active participation in care planning and team conferences.