Remote Community Health Navigator

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); Remote; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. seeks a dedicated Community Health Worker to connect patients with care resources and bridge gaps between providers and community partners.

You will educate communities, identify barriers, and support navigation through health systems in a dynamic care coordination setting. The role focuses on outreach, education, and advocacy to improve health outcomes for diverse populations, including families, the elderly, and underserved groups.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience in community-based settings is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate and adapt to change.
• Ability to work with diverse populations including families and underserved communities.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a bridge between health care providers, community-based programs, and individuals to promote health and reduce disparities.
• Outreaches, delivers health education, and helps patients navigate health systems.
• Builds community capacity through outreach, education, social support, and advocacy.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with community organizations and care teams.
• Assists patients and families to obtain needed care and resources and communicates barriers to care.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Basic computer skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. seeks a dedicated Community Health Worker to connect patients with care resources and bridge gaps between providers and community partners.

You will educate communities, identify barriers, and support navigation through health systems in a dynamic care coordination setting. The role focuses on outreach, education, and advocacy to improve health outcomes for diverse populations, including families, the elderly, and underserved groups.