Patient Navigator Houston - Spring 2027

Link Health • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Link Health Patient Navigators assist individuals and families in navigating and enrolling in government assistance programs, including HEAP, SNAP, Lifeline, and other state and federal benefits. The role supports efforts to address social determinants of health by combining social services, client support, data management, and knowledge of public assistance with a focus on health equity.

Navigators use community-centered approaches, data, technology, and partnerships to help eligible people access resources related to affordable internet, food, healthcare, and housing. The position is a nonpaid volunteer role for a 16-week Spring 2027 cohort, running January 15 through May 15, 2027, with a stated commitment of at least 10 hours per week and an option to extend into the next cohort. The posting also states that navigators are asked to dedicate 10 hours per month. Time outside clinic requirements may include team huddles, networking, learning opportunities, and professional development workshops. Navigators may have opportunities to write and publish opinion pieces, conduct research, and present research at conferences. Outstanding navigators may receive a letter of recommendation.

Requirements

• Outgoing personality and ability to work with people from a variety of backgrounds.
• Positive, proactive, personable, goal-oriented team player.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Special interest in building power to dismantle social and economic oppression.
• Commitment to a 16-week cohort and at least 10 hours per week, with an option to extend into the next cohort.

Nice To Haves

• Speaking Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Screen patients and enroll them in benefit programs by assessing household circumstances, income, expenses, and eligibility factors using the Link Health platform.
• Refer patients to resources addressing immediate needs using the UniteUs platform.
• Support pop-up community events when possible.

Benefits

• Opportunities to write and publish opinion pieces, conduct research, and present research at conferences.
• Outstanding Patient Health Navigators may receive a letter of recommendation.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed