HIV Care & Access Navigator

Colorado Health Network; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

PTO & Holidays

403(b) Retirement Savings

Job summary

Colorado Health Network (CHN) seeks a Clinical Patient Navigator in Denver to assess eligibility, assist with insurance and health education for clients seeking CHN services at the Medical Clinic.

Bilingual preferred. You will manage an active caseload for PrEP and HIV/HCV patients, coordinate referrals, document in the EHR, and support access to medication and adherence planning. Evening/weekend availability is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide screenings, outreach and initiatives to promote PrEP, HIV/HCV program
• Coordinate and maintain an active caseload of PrEP, HIV/HCV patients
• Provide support and guidance to individuals seeking PEP by supporting their transition into PrEP
• Perform assessments, plan creation, and assist patients with access to medication and adherence to treatment as well as risk reduction plans
• Responsible for tracking, monitoring and occasional reporting of patient activities, including access adherence
• Complete necessary paperwork and data entry in a timely fashion including entering case notes
• Provide appropriate patient referrals to both internal and external agencies
• Collect necessary documentation required for program compliance
• Assist patients as they move through the service delivery system
• Assist with the elimination of barriers including, but not limited to: insurance, financial housing and transportation
• Provide emotional support for patients and their families, as needed
• Act as a liaison between patient and all relevant professionals, programs, and resources
• Educate patients and others about HIV disease process and prevention
• Assist with, and coordinate, community education and outreach initiatives as requested
• Maintain and upkeep of electronic health records (EHR)
• Participate and attend staff, department, team and community meetings upon request
• Perform effectively within the organization and interpersonally with co-workers
• Develop positive working relationships with other social service, medical and behavioral health providers
• Participate in fund-raising and advocacy events
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends
• Must be able to work in a diverse setting with diverse populations, including persons living with HIV, the LGBTQ+ community, persons of various ethnic backgrounds, disenfranchised communities.
• Participation in training related to HIV, substance use, harm reduction, trauma informed care and related issues. Cultural Competency/Sensitivity.

Job description

Colorado Health Network (CHN) seeks a Clinical Patient Navigator in Denver to assess eligibility, assist with insurance and health education for clients seeking CHN services at the Medical Clinic.

Bilingual preferred. You will manage an active caseload for PrEP and HIV/HCV patients, coordinate referrals, document in the EHR, and support access to medication and adherence planning. Evening/weekend availability is required.