Remote Community Engagement Specialist (CA)

Acentra; San Bernardino (CA); Remote; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Acentra Health is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator in California to build relationships with local healthcare providers and community organizations. This remote position requires proximity to the state's care network and a focus on transitions of care for high-risk members.

You will collaborate with care coordinators, providers, community health workers, and social services to educate members about resources, advocate for timely access to care, and strengthen member–provider

Qualifications

• Patient Navigator, CCM or Social Worker experience.
• 2+ years community healthcare engagement experience.
• Must reside in California.
• Strong communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Must be willing to travel locally within California.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance community-based organization relationships and local engagement strategies.
• Create engagement plans that meet members where they live and foster trust in healthcare engagement.
• Collaborate with physicians, care coordinators, community health workers, case managers, pharmacists and social workers.
• Educate members about community resources and advocate on their behalf.
• Coordinate care transitions and ensure timely access to care with the local health system.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and related policies.

Skills

Patient Navigator

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Travel within California

Job description

Acentra Health is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator in California to build relationships with local healthcare providers and community organizations. This remote position requires proximity to the state's care network and a focus on transitions of care for high-risk members.

You will collaborate with care coordinators, providers, community health workers, and social services to educate members about resources, advocate for timely access to care, and strengthen member–provider