Community Health Navigator: Care Coordination

Myfcph; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Franklin County Public Health is hiring Community Health Worker (Care Coordination) to support individuals with chronic health conditions and barriers to care in Central Ohio. The CHW will link clients to programs, provide preventive education, and connect communities to health resources, maintaining a strong focus on customer service.

The role offers opportunities to work with diverse populations, engage in outreach at local events, and participate in emergency response activities as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• CHW certification within the first year of employment.
• Ohio Driver's License.
• Bilingual communication preferred.
• Experience in community health coordination/navigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients in outreach and enrollment activities in the community.
• Link eligible participants to FCPH programs and culturally tailored interventions.
• Identify barriers to care in areas like education, transportation, housing, health insurance, and language.
• Educate clients about preventive health care and ensure understanding of health conditions.
• Attend local events and disseminate health information within the community.
• Interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Perform emergency response duties as assigned and participate in drills.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Community health coordination

Public health outreach

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CHW Certification

Associate’s degree in public health or related field (preferred)

Tools

Electronic Health Record system

Job description

Franklin County Public Health is hiring Community Health Worker (Care Coordination) to support individuals with chronic health conditions and barriers to care in Central Ohio. The CHW will link clients to programs, provide preventive education, and connect communities to health resources, maintaining a strong focus on customer service.

The role offers opportunities to work with diverse populations, engage in outreach at local events, and participate in emergency response activities as needed.