Community Health Navigator & Care Coordinator

Peoplefluent; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow in Ionia, MI seeks a Community Health Worker to bridge patients with healthcare and social services from the Emergency Department. You will educate, assess risks, coordinate care, and support access to resources while empowering communities to adopt healthier behaviors.

Responsibilities include care coordination, data collection, and navigation of systems to reduce readmissions and improve outcomes; strong community engagement and cultural competence are

Qualifications

• Knowledge of community resources and public services.
• Experience in data collection and reporting.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity.
• Preferred training in motivational interviewing.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals in managing chronic conditions and accessing healthcare services.
• Arranges chronic disease education and referrals as needed for patients and families.
• Identifies issues affecting medical outcomes based on assessments.
• Problem solves with patients and families to follow recommendations.
• Conduct outreach to educate, assess, and provide resources.
• Provide care coordination and navigate to services to improve outcomes.
• Support patients in navigating the healthcare system and financial applications.

Skills

Community resources

Data collection

Organizational skills

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Cultural competency

Motivational interviewing training (pr

Education

AS Degree in social work/health

BA/BS in social work or related field

BSW preferred

Job description

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow in Ionia, MI seeks a Community Health Worker to bridge patients with healthcare and social services from the Emergency Department. You will educate, assess risks, coordinate care, and support access to resources while empowering communities to adopt healthier behaviors.

Responsibilities include care coordination, data collection, and navigation of systems to reduce readmissions and improve outcomes; strong community engagement and cultural competence are