Community Health Navigator — Patient Access & Care

Harris County; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris County Public Health in Humble, TX is seeking a Patient Navigator to connect underserved residents with coordinated medical, behavioral, and social services across the care continuum. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will help patients overcome barriers and engage in ongoing care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in related field and at least 1 year of navigation or community health experience; bilingual English/Spanish and a valid driver's license are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, public health, health education, or related field.
• At least 1 year in patient navigation or community health.
• Experience with diverse populations and communities.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide navigation across the continuum of care including screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
• Coordinate referrals to healthcare, social and community services with multidisciplinary teams.
• Address barriers related to insurance, transportation, language, finance, or health literacy.
• Deliver culturally and linguistically appropriate health education and promote informed decisions.
• Document navigation activities in line with policies and reporting requirements.
• Engage in community events and connect patients with external resources.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Public Health Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, public health, health education

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Harris County Public Health in Humble, TX is seeking a Patient Navigator to connect underserved residents with coordinated medical, behavioral, and social services across the care continuum. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will help patients overcome barriers and engage in ongoing care.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in related field and at least 1 year of navigation or community health experience; bilingual English/Spanish and a valid driver's license are preferred.