Remote Peer Coach for Youth with Chronic Health Needs

Duke University; Durham (NC); Remote; USD 6,200 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Duke University School of Nursing is seeking a Community Health Worker/Peer Coach for a 100% remote, part-time role (6-8 hours/week) to support adolescents and families with chronic healthcare needs. The role leverages lived experience to coach, guide healthcare navigation, and promote self-management within the Duke Health System and research programs.

Responsibilities include peer coaching via telecommunication, assisting families in accessing resources, documenting interactions, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in a position involving patient, family, public, or community contact.
• Knowledge of and experience navigating youth-serving systems on behalf of yourself or your child with special healthcare needs related to spina bifida.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional boundaries.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide peer health and wellness coaching to adolescents, young adults, and families through telephone and virtual platforms, drawing upon lived experience.
• Support patients in navigating healthcare systems and community resources.
• Guide individuals toward achieving self-identified goals by encouraging self-advocacy and self-management.
• Offer socio-emotional support and mentorship during healthcare, educational, and life transitions.
• Encourage appropriate clinical follow-up by directing patients to medical and behavioral health professionals.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records of coaching encounters and patient progress.

Skills

Peer coaching

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Duke University School of Nursing is seeking a Community Health Worker/Peer Coach for a 100% remote, part-time role (6-8 hours/week) to support adolescents and families with chronic healthcare needs. The role leverages lived experience to coach, guide healthcare navigation, and promote self-management within the Duke Health System and research programs.

Responsibilities include peer coaching via telecommunication, assisting families in accessing resources, documenting interactions, and