Project Facilitator - School Setting - Brooklyn

Family Health Center at NYU Langone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone invites applications for a full-time Digital Navigator in Brooklyn. The role supports patients in accessing digital tools, MyChart, and remote monitoring, under supervision of CARE Tech leadership.

You will translate health information into accessible formats and help overcome barriers related to literacy, language, and access to connectivity. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1 year in health or community service, strong computer skills,

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• One year of experience in health- or community service-related field.
• Excellent computer knowledge and skills (Microsoft Office).
• Experience in simple data analysis.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient training on computer/mobile usage for access to medical information and MyChart.
• Provide patient training on Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) device setup and use.
• Develop patient-facing materials on digital health skills and distribute to patients.
• Distribute information to patients on affordable internet connectivity programs and assist enrollment.
• Advocate for patients by addressing barriers to care (language, health literacy, digital literacy, transportation, insurance, etc.).
• Assist patients with accessing medical, behavioral health, community, and dental services.
• Attend staff and vendor-led technology trainings and weekly status meetings.
• Assist staff in developing evidence-based interventions to increase MyChart activation and evaluate project objectives.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone, a designated Level 3 Medical Home, is the largest federally qualified health center network in New York State, and the second largest in the nation. It includes eight primary care sites, 40 school-based health centers and dental clinics, four day care centers, the nation's largest dental residency program, and New York State's largest behavioral health program. The network also includes 12 community medicine sites providing care to disenfranchised New Yorkers, comprehensive HIV services, chemical dependency programs, and a family support center that offers educational, vocational, and other social support programs. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Project Facilitator - Brooklyn.

In this role, the successful candidate The Family Health Centers at NYU Langone is seeking a full-time Digital Navigator. The Digital Navigator works under the supervision of the Digital Education Coordinator and Project Coordinator for the Center for Community-Oriented Virtual Primary Care and Technology (CARE Tech).

Job Responsibilities

• Provide patient training on computer/mobile usage for access to medical and community information, including assisting patients with accessing and utilizing MyChart.
• Provide patient training on Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) device set up and use.
• Develop patient-facing materials (i.e. infographics, brochures, etc.) on digital health related skills and distribute to patients as needed.
• Distribute information to patients on affordable internet connectivity programs; assist patients and their families with enrollment via digital platforms.
• Advocate for patients by identifying and addressing barriers to care, including language, health literacy, digital literacy, technology access, transportation, insurance coverage, childcare, and other social determinants that affect access to care.
• Assist patients with accessing a full range of medical, behavioral health, community, and dental services.
• Attend staff and vendor-led technology trainings as scheduled.
• Attend weekly scheduled status meetings with the site coordinator(s), CARE Tech Project Coordinator, and Digital Education Coordinator
• Assist FHC staff in developing evidence-based interventions to increase MyChart activation at pilot site clinics.
• Assist FHC staff in evaluation of project objectives.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Candidate should have one year of experience in a health- or community service-related field and experience in community settings. Excellent computer knowledge and skills (Microsoft Office). Experience in simple data analysis. Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Empathetic, reliable, resourceful, and a strong desire to help people. Proficiency in English.

Preferred Qualifications

2 years of work and/or volunteer in community-based clinical or social service delivery. Familiarity with community-based organizations, community leaders, and community resources. Flexibility to work evenings and weekends. Available to travel throughout South Brooklyn. Ability to juggle priorities and manage time; work well under pressure. Strong organizational skills. Strong communication skills to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

Family Health Centers at NYU Langone is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $42,783.14 - $57,876.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.