Perinatal Advocate
Franciscan Alliance•Indianapolis, IN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Perinatal Advocate coordinates and implements screening of perinatal and postpartum mental health conditions and social determinants of health (SDoH). The role guides patients through discussions about postpartum experiences, reviews SDoH needs, and provides resources, supportive guidance, and supportive networks to address postpartum mental health and socioeconomic barriers. The advocate meets with perinatal patients before discharge to complete screenings and helps coordinate program efforts and community education.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of experience in healthcare, community health, or public health.
- Travel required up to 20%.
Responsibilities
- Meet with perinatal patients prior to discharge to complete screenings.
- Assess, plan, organize, implement, evaluate, and coordinate program efforts to ensure program objectives are met.
- Develop and participate in community programs to promote community education and program services.
- Develop and maintain education guidelines for using educational materials during patient visits.
- Maintain guidelines for quality assurance programs.
- Provide resources, supportive guidance, and supportive networks related to postpartum mental health and socioeconomic barriers.
Benefits
- Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings; specific benefits are not listed in the posting.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
