Community Health Resource Navigator - Lake County
About The Position
Easterseals Florida is seeking a Community Health Resources Navigator to serve children and adults with disabilities in the South Lake County areas (Mascotte, Minneola, Groveland, and 4 Corners). This role involves providing health information and advocacy, making referrals to community resources, conducting disability screenings for young children, and recruiting clients. The Navigator will collaborate extensively with community partners to ensure clients have access to necessary health and disability services. A key requirement is that the qualified candidate must be a current or former resident of Lake County, Florida.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in social work, education, or related field and four years of experience.
- Certification in Health Services (CNA, LPN, etc.) also considered.
- Experience/knowledge of the South Lake County (Mascotte, Minneola, Groveland and 4 Corners) social service network.
- Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal on-site supervision.
- Ability to meet approved driver qualifications to drive a personal vehicle for program-related needs (minimum age of 21 and good driving history).
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities a plus.
Responsibilities
- Providing health information and advocacy for children/adults with disabilities and their caregivers.
- Making referrals to community resources.
- Conducting disability screenings for children ages five and younger using the Ages & Stages Questionnaire (ASQ).
- Recruiting clients.
- Working extensively with community partners to identify clients and ensure access to needed health and disability services.
- Coordinating and collaborating with South Lake County's neighborhood services, local community programs, childcare centers, and schools to obtain referrals.
- Integrating and participating in community events and committee membership within South Lake County and with community partners.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time
- Employee Assistance Program
- Several Supplemental Insurance Policies
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Easterseals Cares Wellness Program
- Live and on demand Professional Development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
