Community Service Navigator
About The Position
Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families. Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Community Service Navigator to join our team! Focus on social drivers of health Assist with connecting patients to resources and navigate community services Work alongside of Medical Social Worker in our primary care medical homes If you have questions about applying for the Community Service Navigator, please contact Jana Whitmarsh at [email protected] Details: Part time - 20 hours a week Shifts during the days of Monday through Friday and hours of 8:00AM - 4:30PM Why Work at Nebraska Medicine? Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Completion of Community Health Education didactic training or similar course work.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field or equivalent experience preferred.
- Experience in a health care, or mental health setting, working with both adults and/or children preferred.
- Broad knowledge of available local, state and federal programs for assistance in meeting basic needs (food, housing, access to health care, transportation, Medicaid/Medicare, drug assistance programs.) preferred.
- Knowledge of health care and mental health/substance use programs in the area preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients in obtaining available resources to address social determinants of health needs in order to improve their health and wellbeing.
Benefits
- Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance
- 35% discount at Clarkson College
- Career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
