Health Promotion Advocate, Per Diem, All Shifts, Emergency Department

Day Kimball Healthcare • Putnam, CT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Day Kimball Health is seeking a Health Promotion Advocate to join our Emergency Department in Putnam, Connecticut. This role is vital to Project ASSERT within the Emergency Department, integrating health promotion and screening services into the patient care model. The scope of practice includes diagnostic assessment, care coordination, counseling, motivational interviewing, behavior modification, mental health screening, and disposition planning. Responsibilities may be modified as patient care needs evolve. The Health Promotion Advocate will work under the general direction of the Project Leader and in collaboration with all members of the patient care team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and proof of current liability insurance as well as reliable vehicle required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Three (3) or more years of experience in one or more of the following: Community or population-based health screening, Primary care or ambulatory care settings with significant patient interaction, Substance use treatment, intake, or behavioral health environments
• Knowledge of substance use disorders, behavioral health screening, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction.
• Strong interpersonal and interviewing skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, professionally, and empathetically.
• Accurate data collection and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems.
• Cultural competence when working with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with community-based resources preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integrate health promotion, screening, brief intervention, and referral services into Emergency Department patient care as part of Project ASSERT.
• Conduct patient interviews and administer evidence-based screening tools to identify substance use, behavioral health, and social determinants of health needs.
• Prioritize patient assessments and interventions based on clinical indicators and referrals from Emergency Department physicians, nurses, and other care team members.
• Provide brief interventions, patient education, motivational support, and care navigation to promote engagement in treatment and community resources.
• Coordinate referrals to internal services and external community-based providers, facilitating continuity of care and follow-up services.
• Collaborate with Emergency Department clinicians, care teams, and community partners to support patient-centered care planning and communication.
• Conduct follow-up outreach to monitor patient engagement with recommended services and identify ongoing support needs.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation, patient records, and data entry in accordance with Project ASSERT requirements, organizational policies, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain current resource information, project materials, and referral networks to support effective service delivery.
• Demonstrate professionalism, safeguard patient confidentiality, and comply with all Day Kimball Health policies, procedures, and standards.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Time
• Pay-for-Performance Opportunities
• Shift Differentials for eligible evening, night, and weekend shifts
• Career Growth, Leadership Development, and Mentorship
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with eligible employer contributions
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs, Recognition Events, Food Truck Fridays, and Weekly Pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree