Community Health Navigator

Community Health Navigator

The Community Health Navigators lessen barriers to accessing primary and preventive healthcare services by using a health navigation platform to link patients and community members with resources available to them within the community. The CHN for AccessHealth is a frontline public health worker who serves as a liaison and link between AccessHealth clinics and health/social services.

Member Duties : 1. Screen all referrals received from outside entities and internally from the Health Navigation Platform to determine which programs a patient is best suitable for. 2. Review the social determinants needs of patients 3. Use a Health Navigation platform to access resources for patients 4. Conduct research on community needs and create a plan of action. 5. Assist assigned population with accessing resources, including, but not limited to food, health insurance, housing, quality care, transportation, and health information. 6. Follow up with assigned group of patients to ensure access to care. 7. Link clients with appropriate resources and referrals to outside agencies 8. Support partner organizations in providing resources to AccessHealth patients. 9. Serve as a liaison between clinic and community resources / organizations 10. Participate in community engagement activities

Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service .

Terms :
Uniforms provided and required .

Service Areas :
Public Health AmeriCorps , Health , Community Outreach .

Skills :
General Skills , Conflict Resolution , Communications , Team Work , Public Speaking , Public Health .