Community Health Navigator & Care Coordinator

Community Care of North Carolina; Shelby (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Growth opportunities

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Community Care of North Carolina is hiring a Community Health Worker to support primary care teams, connect members to care, reduce barriers, and advocate for system changes. You will build trusting relationships in the community and help members navigate care pathways.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 4 years in human services, Spanish-English bilingual preferred, valid driver's license, and NC CHW Certification. Travel within the region and state is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• 4 years minimum experience in a human services or health care setting.
• 2- or 4-year degree in health-related field preferred.
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred.
• Maintain a U.S. valid driver’s license with current auto liability insurance.
• NC CHW Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Abide by department guidelines, company policies, and HIPAA regulations.
• Provide link/liaison between the community and primary care practices, building trusting relationships with members.
• Receive and document referrals into the Care Management platform.
• Assist members with care coordination and health system navigation.
• Attend departmental and corporate meetings, trainings, or events as required.
• Travel within the region and/or state using a personal vehicle.

Skills

Communication

Motivational interviewing

Time management

Cultural sensitivity

Medical terminology

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Health-related degree preferred

NC CHW Certification

Tools

EHR systems

MS Office

Job description

Community Care of North Carolina is hiring a Community Health Worker to support primary care teams, connect members to care, reduce barriers, and advocate for system changes. You will build trusting relationships in the community and help members navigate care pathways.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 4 years in human services, Spanish-English bilingual preferred, valid driver's license, and NC CHW Certification. Travel within the region and state is expected.