Community Health Navigator & Care Advocate

UVM Health; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health is seeking a Community Health Worker to join the care team, coordinating with patients and families to connect to services and resources. You will support clients in navigating community resources, enroll eligible patients, and document care management activities.

The role emphasizes outreach, advocacy and consistent follow-up in diverse settings. The CHW works across homes, clinics, and community sites with a focus on accessibility, health literacy, and respectful communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in diverse, multi-cultural settings and communities.
• Ability to explain health information clearly to patients and families.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge for health care navigation.

Responsibilities

• Support patients and families by identifying barriers, goals and care plans.
• Conduct eligibility determinations and enrollment activities for uninsured patients.
• Document care management information in appropriate systems and maintain records.
• Provide follow-up, motivational interviewing and goal setting with patients/families.
• Refer to community resources and assist with applications and registrations.

Skills

Multicultural communication

Community-based experience

Medical terminology basics

Education

High School Diploma

Community health worker training program

Job description

UVM Health is seeking a Community Health Worker to join the care team, coordinating with patients and families to connect to services and resources. You will support clients in navigating community resources, enroll eligible patients, and document care management activities.

The role emphasizes outreach, advocacy and consistent follow-up in diverse settings. The CHW works across homes, clinics, and community sites with a focus on accessibility, health literacy, and respectful communication.