Grant-Funded Rural Community Health Navigator

Parkland Health Center; Farmington (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

1st of month after hire benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Parkland Health Center in Missouri seeks a Community Health Worker to improve child and family health by connecting clients with community resources and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams in a rural setting.

The role emphasizes addressing social determinants of health, proactive outreach, and referrals to essential services, with a focus on reducing barriers to care and improving community wellness.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience or interest in public health and community collaboration is preferred.
• Strong communication and community leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work daily as a community liaison to identify gaps in care by assisting clients in accessing resources to remove barriers related to social determinants of health.
• Provide referrals for appropriate services by assisting in assessments, screenings, or follow-up care with clients in person, by phone, home visits, or other settings.
• Establish and maintain trusting relationships with clients to effectively collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and community organizations.
• Document and track activities, care plans, and results in adherence with policies and procedures.
• Continuously expand knowledge of community resources and programs to reduce cultural and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions.
• This is a safety-sensitive role requiring the ability to work in a state of alertness and safety.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Parkland Health Center in Missouri seeks a Community Health Worker to improve child and family health by connecting clients with community resources and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams in a rural setting.

The role emphasizes addressing social determinants of health, proactive outreach, and referrals to essential services, with a focus on reducing barriers to care and improving community wellness.