Full-Time Community Health Navigator, Primary Care

Arkansas Children's; Springdale (AR); Presencial; USD 29.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arkansas Children's is seeking a Community Health Worker to coordinate care for patients and families between ACH primary care providers and community resources. The CHW will help families navigate systems of care and connect them with medical, social, and mental health services.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with at least 1 year of relevant experience and an active Arkansas driver's license.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Experience

Driver's license

Educación

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Arkansas Children's is seeking a Community Health Worker to coordinate care for patients and families between ACH primary care providers and community resources. The CHW will help families navigate systems of care and connect them with medical, social, and mental health services.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent with at least 1 year of relevant experience and an active Arkansas driver's license.