Bilingual Health Navigator - PrEP

Legacy Community Health•Houston, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Legacy Community Health, we believe in making a difference in the lives of our communities, and we need your passion and dedication to join our journey! As a PrEP Health Navigator, you will empower individuals by providing essential virtual patient navigation, education, and support services that emphasize HIV prevention and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). You'll build meaningful relationships with patients and community members, utilizing innovative remote engagement strategies to enhance access to PrEP services, promote adherence, and support long-term care involvement. Work fully remotely as an integral member of our care team. Collaborate with clinical providers, Legacy Pharmacy, and program staff to guide patients through the PrEP care continuum. Focus on proactive strategies aimed at improving health outcomes and reducing HIV transmission risk. Engage in a dynamic role that encourages your personal and professional growth through mentorship and collaborative teamwork! Be part of an organization driven by a compelling mission to enhance community healthcare.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
3 - 5 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated actions and activities with respect to HIV care and prevention
Provides examples of performing education to clients of diverse cultures and backgrounds in one-on-one and/or group settings.
Previous experience with Electronic Health Records Systems (EHRS)
Ability to demonstrate core competencies of HIV and HIV Prevention within 3 months of hire.
Excellent communication skills and customer service skills.
Adept in decision making responsibilities
Working knowledge and understanding of statistics and graphical representation principles.
Strong computer skills (MS Office).
Demonstrated competency with an EHRS system
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize tasks effectively.
This job requires access to confidential and sensitive information, requiring ongoing discretion and secure information management
Ability to demonstrate core competencies of role within 90 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in a related field with a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience preferred
Bilingual English/Spanish fluency preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct virtual outreach and engagement activities to identify, educate, and recruit individuals who may benefit from PrEP and other HIV prevention services.
Provide remote patient navigation services to facilitate linkage to PrEP care, including scheduling appointments and coordinating with clinical teams.
Deliver individualized health education on PrEP, nPEP, HIV prevention, medication adherence, and safer sex practices using evidence-based approaches.
Support patient retention in PrEP care through ongoing follow-up, adherence support, and re-engagement strategies.
Utilize motivational interviewing and goal-setting strategies to help patients overcome barriers and maintain engagement.
Provide referrals and linkages to supportive services, including primary care, behavioral health, and community resources.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to coordinate care and ensure a seamless patient experience.
Document all patient interactions in the electronic health record (EHR) in a timely and accurate manner.
Manage assigned patient caseloads and outreach activities using EHR tools and tracking systems.
Participate in data collection, reporting activities, and quality improvement initiatives to support program goals.
Contribute to the development and improvement of virtual education materials based on patient needs.
Engage in team meetings and ongoing training to maintain knowledge of best practices in HIV prevention and PrEP care.
Perform other duties as assigned.