HEP C Health Educator/Patient Navigator

Brownsville Community Development Corp•Brooklyn, NY

33d•$50,000

About The Position

We are rated one of the best family health and wellness centers with five (5) modern facilities located in Brooklyn. We invite you to apply. Come join our team and enjoy good work-life balance. Required Qualifications You will Provide Linkage to Care as a HEP C Health Educator/Patient Navigator is responsible for managing resources through interdisciplinary collaboration to achieve optimal patient outcomes for HCV RNA positive clients. HEP C Health Educator/Patient Navigator guides HCV/HEP C clients through the health care system by assisting them with access to healthcare, develops relationships with participating physicians and service providers, patient advocacy, monitors treatment and outcomes, provides treatment education and adherence, provides accompaniment, and support. This position will be responsible for outreach to community health fairs, large-scale community events, testing events, shelters, food pantries, churches, venue-based outreach, street outreach and outreach to other Community Based Organizations. The position will be responsible for developing relationships with service providers through presentations, tabling, and assisting with the development of linkages.

Requirements

Bachelor ’s Degree preferred in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology or related field.
Knowledge of Hepatitis (B and C)
At least 1-year previous healthcare experience.
Previous related experience providing case management, care coordination, health coaching, or similar services to target population, ideally with at least one of those years working in a Health Home Care Management context.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and ability to enter data and run reports.

Responsibilities

Work with members of the medical team to provide personalized high quality health care.
Develop, implement and update of the Patient Navigation Care Plan and complete patient navigation assessment.
Provide culturally appropriate health education and provide referrals as needed.
Provide treatment adherence counseling to ensure readiness for and adherence to complex medication regimens.
Refer and link clients to appropriate services within the system of care that promote positive health outcomes, treatment adherence, and greater self-sufficiency.
Conduct outreach and enrollment.
Provide referral and assistance in accessing supportive services and health insurance.
Maintain patient and program records in accordance with applicable standards and regulations, in a timely manner.
Manage client information following HIPAA guidelines.
Perform other duties as assigned.