Community Health Navigator: Care Coordination & Education

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Adoption assistance and parental leave

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Community Health Worker to help patients navigate the healthcare system, provide education, and connect people with community resources. This full-time role supports care coordination with healthcare teams and community organizations.

A high school diploma is required, with 1–2 years of experience preferred. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license; 40-hour work week, potential after-hours as needed, and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of experience in community health or related role.
• In-depth knowledge of community resources and health services.
• Ability to engage diverse populations and collaborate with care teams.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to clients, including health education and prevention.
• Collects and maintains client records with confidentiality.
• Acts as a liaison between clients and healthcare providers.
• Conducts follow-ups to ensure client needs are met.
• Facilitates access to community resources and social services.

Skills

Community health resources

Patient education

Care coordination

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Advocate Health in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Community Health Worker to help patients navigate the healthcare system, provide education, and connect people with community resources. This full-time role supports care coordination with healthcare teams and community organizations.

A high school diploma is required, with 1–2 years of experience preferred. Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver's license; 40-hour work week, potential after-hours as needed, and comprehensive benefits