Hybrid Community Care Coordinator

NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Work From Home Policy

Public sector pension plan

Tax-deferred savings program

Job summary

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene invites applicants for a Community Coordinator role to oversee patient care within community health and social service organizations. You will coordinate treatment plans, follow-ups, and referrals, acting as the main liaison among patients, families, and providers in a diverse urban setting.

The role emphasizes documentation, progress monitoring, and advocating for patient needs, with a possibility of up to two remote workdays per week and

Qualifications

• Experience in community work or community-centered activities.
• Ability to coordinate care plans and navigate community resources.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the main point of contact between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
• Coordinate treatment plans and care schedules with community health providers and social service organizations.
• Monitor patient progress and update records accordingly.
• Arrange referrals, transportation, follow-up visits, and other patient services.
• Ensure patient understand treatment instructions and available community resources.
• Advocate for patients' needs within the healthcare system.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in medical records.
• Identify and resolve issues that may hinder a patient's care via evidence-based assessment tools.

Education

Baccalaureate degree

High school diploma with six years experience

Job description

New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene invites applicants for a Community Coordinator role to oversee patient care within community health and social service organizations. You will coordinate treatment plans, follow-ups, and referrals, acting as the main liaison among patients, families, and providers in a diverse urban setting.

The role emphasizes documentation, progress monitoring, and advocating for patient needs, with a possibility of up to two remote workdays per week and