Community Health Navigator & Care Coordination Advocate

OhioHealth; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients with non-clinical barriers to care. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to identify barriers, coordinate community resources, and provide follow-up based on Social Determinants of Health.

Responsibilities include direct patient support, care coordination with the health team, and administrative duties. Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and Community Health Worker Certification (or start within 1 year).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Community Health Worker Certification by an approved training program or started within 1 year of hire.
• Experience working with under privileged populations in the community.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient support (60%): meet with patients to identify non-clinical barriers and coordinate support services.
• Develop measurable, time-bound goals with patients and track progress.
• Maintain HIPPA compliance and document interactions with patients and the care team.
• Coordinate referrals and communicate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care.
• Administrative tasks: maintain patient records, triage calls, and act as a liaison with community agencies.
• Support adherence to plan of care and convey healthy lifestyle messaging.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Community Health Worker Certification

Job description

OhioHealth is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients with non-clinical barriers to care. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to identify barriers, coordinate community resources, and provide follow-up based on Social Determinants of Health.

Responsibilities include direct patient support, care coordination with the health team, and administrative duties. Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and Community Health Worker Certification (or start within 1 year).