Community Health Navigator (12-Month Grant)

VCU Health; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health seeks a Community Healthcare Worker for a 12-month grant-funded role to act as a liaison between patients, families, and health systems. You will provide navigation to access care, facilitate referrals, and support follow-up to improve quality of life and health outcomes.

Responsibilities include eligibility outreach for indigent care, education on available resources, and thoughtful documentation of patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent education or training.
• Preferred Education: Associate or bachelor’s degree in health sciences or social services from an accredited program.
• Licensure/Certification Required: N/A
• Licensure/Certification Preferred: Minimum Qualifications
• Years and Type of Required Experience: 1-year prior experience working in a healthcare and/or community health setting or on-the-job training and orientation in health sciences, social services, or related field.
• Years and Type of Preferred Experience: 2-year prior experience working in a healthcare and/or community health setting or on-the-job training and orientation in health sciences, social services, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide navigation and case management to assist patients in accessing care.
• Document patient contact and clinical support activities in approved systems.
• Assist with eligibility screening for indigent care programs and community resources.
• Promote culturally appropriate information and education to patients and staff.
• Engage in community outreach activities to inform the public about health resources.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Cultural Responsiveness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent education or training

Associate or bachelor’s degree in health sciences or social services

Job description

VCU Health seeks a Community Healthcare Worker for a 12-month grant-funded role to act as a liaison between patients, families, and health systems. You will provide navigation to access care, facilitate referrals, and support follow-up to improve quality of life and health outcomes.

Responsibilities include eligibility outreach for indigent care, education on available resources, and thoughtful documentation of patient interactions.