Patient Support Specialist - Part Time - Brentwood

Sun River Health•Brentwood, NY

42d•$21 - $24

About The Position

Sun River Health provides the highest quality comprehensive primary, preventative and behavioral health services to all who see it, regardless of insurance status and ability to pay, especially for the underserved and vulnerable. Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified, Non-Profit Health Center serving communities in Suffolk, Rockland, Orange, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, Columbia and Westchester County. Sun River Health is currently seeking a Part-time Patient Support Specialist to join our team in Brentwood, NY. Summary: Assists patients in navigating the health care system, links patients to medical care, provides education and support to promote engagement and retention in care. Utilizes motivational interviewing offering patient centered care to promote medical adherence. Assists patients in reducing barriers to care and improve health outcomes. Shares lived experience strategies with patients to address issues of chronic diseases. Participates in monthly PAWH workshops and activities.

Requirements

English
High School Diploma

Responsibilities

Orients new patients to the PAWH program and with health center services
Links and supports patients to appropriate medical care
Conducts home visits as needed
Conducts reminder calls and follow-up for missed appointments
Provides support, education, and adherence assistance through individual or group activities
Assists patients with accessing benefits/entitlements
Assists patients in navigating and accessing referral sources as needed
Escorts patients to medical visits or other health and human service appointments
Participates in case conference, quality improvement projects, and collaboratives to share consumer perspectives
Participates in ongoing training supervision, and professional development opportunities on for skill development