Community Health Navigator - Care & Resources

Arkansas Children's Hospital; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Hospital in Springdale and Rogers Harvey Clinic is hiring a full-time coordinator to address social determinants of health and work with the primary care team to connect families with needed resources.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree or four years of related experience, at least 1 year in a related field, and a valid Arkansas driver's license. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with travel between campuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; Or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with primary care treatment team and family to address social determinants of health.
• Work closely with clinic Social Worker and/or Behavioral Health Clinician to reinforce treatment recommendations with patient in community settings and facilitate access to resources and referrals.
• Build relationships with local CBOs, outpatient providers, acute or residential psychiatric treatment facilities to support families throughout the process of accessing appropriate medical, psychosocial, and mental health services.
• Provide health education to patients and families on lifestyle and behaviors that promote wellness.
• Coordinate with providers and payers to help patients access the correct level of care in order to avoid healthcare crises.
• Assists patients with enrollment in programs and benefits for which they are eligible.
• Follows-up on referrals, resources, and recommendations to help address access barriers as they arise.
• In compliance with Arkansas Children's Fleet Management Policy drives an owned, leased, or personal vehicle frequently in the performance of essential job functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree (or four years related experience)

Job description

Arkansas Children's Hospital in Springdale and Rogers Harvey Clinic is hiring a full-time coordinator to address social determinants of health and work with the primary care team to connect families with needed resources.

This role requires a Bachelor's degree or four years of related experience, at least 1 year in a related field, and a valid Arkansas driver's license. The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule with travel between campuses.