Community Health Navigator & Outreach Advocate

SIHF Healthcare; Sauget (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

SIHF Healthcare is seeking a Community Health Worker to join our care team in Illinois. The role connects individuals to community resources and health care services, operating across health centers and community settings to improve health outcomes by addressing social needs.

The position involves caseload management, referrals, coordinating appointments, and documenting interactions in our CHW database, with a focus on outreach and patient engagement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, insured and reliable transportation; lived experience or strong ties to the community is required.
• Experience in community outreach, peer counseling, health promotion, healthcare/medical office is desired.

Responsibilities

• Serve caseload of assigned clients.
• Screen individuals for health-related social needs using the PRAPARE Tool and initiate referrals as needed.
• Contact clients about the need for health care services via phone, text, or email.
• Schedule appointments for health screenings, well-visits, and follow-ups.
• Assist clients in understanding health information from providers.
• Help clients complete paperwork for health-related social needs.
• Coordinate with healthcare and social service providers to enhance care.
• Participate in community events to promote services and healthy behaviors.
• Maintain accurate client records in the CHW database.
• Complete required community health worker training and other assignments.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Community orientation

Knowledge of community resources

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Office/field mix

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid driver’s license

Job description

SIHF Healthcare is seeking a Community Health Worker to join our care team in Illinois. The role connects individuals to community resources and health care services, operating across health centers and community settings to improve health outcomes by addressing social needs.

The position involves caseload management, referrals, coordinating appointments, and documenting interactions in our CHW database, with a focus on outreach and patient engagement.