Outreach Education Worker/Navigator

Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center • Waianae, HI

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About The Position

This position conducts outreach and education to facilitate appropriate use of the Center’s resources and provides enrollment assistance to eligible individuals interested in applying for Public Benefits Entitlements. The role connects high-risk individuals with community service providers (CSPs) that can meet their health-related social needs and facilitates access to those providers. The position also actively participates in special activities of the Department.

The employee is expected to work within the program directives of the funding source, the philosophical framework set by the Board of Directors, and the existing network of community service providers and natural helpers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• First Aid/CPR certification.
• Current Hawaii State Driver’s License.
• Daily access to an automobile with current registration, safety check, and minimum liability insurance as required by the Hawaii No-Fault Law.

Nice To Haves

• Community Health Worker Certification or a college degree.
• Three years of experience in a health care setting.
• Experience and competency in Public Benefit Applications and community outreach work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach and education to facilitate appropriate use of the Center’s resources.
• Provide enrollment assistance to eligible individuals interested in applying for Public Benefits Entitlements.
• Connect high-risk individuals with community service providers that can meet their health-related social needs and facilitate access to those providers.
• Participate in special activities of the Department.
• Work within the program directives of the funding source, the philosophical framework set by the Board of Directors, and the existing network of community service providers and natural helpers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED