Population Health Navigator & Community Advocate

Atrium Health Enterprise; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients and community members in navigating the healthcare system. You will educate on healthy behaviors, connect clients to resources, and collaborate with medical teams to coordinate care in diverse settings.

You will conduct home visits and community events, assess needs, maintain confidentiality, and help individuals develop healthier lifestyles while addressing social drivers of health.

Qualifications

• Completion of required certifications or continuing education in community health within the first year of employment.
• Experience working with diverse populations.
• Ability to engage medical providers, primary care teams, community-based organizations, referral navigators and social services agencies.
• Must have valid driver's license with reliable transportation.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Knowledge of social determinants of health and health literacy principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide health education and prevention programs.
• Collect and maintain client records with confidentiality.
• Serve as liaison between clients and healthcare providers.
• Follow up with clients to ensure needs are met.
• Conduct home visits and community events.
• Educate on self-management of conditions and appropriate ER use.
• Assist with understanding care plans and instructions.
• Facilitate access to housing, food, clothing, prenatal classes, parenting, and mental health resources.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Resource navigation

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Adaptability

Health literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic EMR navigation

Job description

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a Community Health Worker to support patients and community members in navigating the healthcare system. You will educate on healthy behaviors, connect clients to resources, and collaborate with medical teams to coordinate care in diverse settings.

You will conduct home visits and community events, assess needs, maintain confidentiality, and help individuals develop healthier lifestyles while addressing social drivers of health.