Peer Navigator, Street Medicine

Healthcare in Action • Los Angeles, CA

4d • $22 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

At Healthcare in Action, we serve patients experiencing homelessness through an innovative “street medicine” approach by contracting with Medicare and Medicaid health plans as well as hospitals and health systems. Street medicine entails using a medically equipped van to deliver medical care directly to people experiencing homelessness in locations such as parking lots, encampments, and parks. The Peer Navigator supports members who are experiencing/ are at risk of experiencing homeless with managing their own health in the SFV / Hollywood area. Assist in motivating behavioral changes in patients to improve health outcomes through education, peer support, housing & resource navigation, and the relaying of shared experiences. Enhanced Care Management (ECM) is a statewide Medi-Cal benefit under the California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) initiative. ECM provides a whole-person approach to care for high-need Medi-Cal beneficiaries, focusing on both clinical and non-clinical needs. The program includes a Lead Care Manager (LCM) who coordinates all healthcare-related needs and social services, advocating on behalf of the member. ECM aims to improve health and social outcomes by offering comprehensive care management and coordination services.

Requirements

• G.E.D./High School, required plus 3+ years of work experience as defined below.
• Work Experience to include direct work experience, lived experience, training or volunteer work with patients experiencing homelessness, as well as those with active mental health and substance use conditions.
• Other demonstrated relevant experience in similar community settings, for example, working with other disadvantaged groups, and/or outreach will be considered.
• A comparable combination of education/experience and/or training will be considered equivalent to the education listed above.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, outdoors environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to organize effectively.
• Ability to prioritize multiple and competing tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively, including articulating one’s own relevant personal experiences.
• Excellent oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Maintenance of reliable transportation
• Proficiency in operating a computer, including logging into and maneuvering around multiple systems such as online timesheets (time and attendance) and call center software.
• Travel 50% or more- Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record, automobile insurance, reliable transportation, and clean driving record.
• Proof of Tuberculosis screening upon hire or providing proof of a negative screening within the last year.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred plus 2+ years of work experience defined below.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred plus 1 years of work experience as defined below.
• HMIS/ Coordinated Entry System, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with members by communicating personal experiences with a goal of increasing the likelihood of positive behavior changes.
• Coach members to create and implement strategies that minimize risks associated with the identified common health conditions and behaviors.
• Connect members to appropriate programs to address barriers to care and to enhance compliance.
• Link members to local, county and state services/resources.
• Follow up with members and serve as a member advocate, delivering their medications and other supplies as needed.
• Conduct regular outreach to onsite patients at Nav Center as well as to offsite (as needed) patients to provide support for medical needs.
• Provide accompaniment and support to patients for their medical/dental/other appointments.
• Collaborate actively with staff of the Navigation Center as well as with HIA team members for care management of patients.
• Introduce tools to promote self-management & self-efficacy.
• Complete all required organization and health plan specific documentation in a timely fashion.
• Enter all patient touch points and encounter notes in HIA’s electronic health records system, member health risk, and update members’ Plan of Care after every street medicine encounter.
• Document all required information in the care management system during phone calls with members.
• Complete and submit a Monthly Audit Checklist assessment, individual care plans, and update member profiles in the Coordinated Entry System/HMIS.
• Schedule encounters based on member’s acuity level using the Healthcare in Action electronic health record system.
• Work under the supervision of a Social Worker to ensure proper escalation of cases and coordination of care.
• Actively support the achievement of HIA’s Vision and Goals and particularly housing placement for unsheltered members.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Base salary range: $21.78 to $31.15 per hour
• An annual employee bonus program
• Robust Wellness Program
• Generous paid-time-off (PTO)
• 11 paid holidays per year, plus 1 additional floating holiday
• Excellent 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with employer match.
• Robust employee recognition program
• Tuition reimbursement
• An opportunity to become part of a team that makes a difference to our members and our community every day!

What This Job Offers

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