Population Health Coach - Early Intervention Program

Cooper University Hospital•Camden, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides programmatic and client support for the provision of patient-centered care. Complete intake assessment to determine unmet social services and healthcare needs; referral and linkage for medical care and social services; assist clients with healthcare and medication insurance applications and housing applications. Generalized knowledge of local and state resources for patient assistance programs for access to medical (Medicare and Medicaid), food, transportation and housing services. Encourage continuity of care between clinician and patient, by providing individual support and assistance to the patient and family in navigating the health care system. Demonstrate superior organizational & interpersonal skills; will be detail oriented; will have proven ability to work collaboratively, and be able to multi-task.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years experience providing healthcare services and or community outreach for applicable populations
Knowledge of social services resources and requirements
Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work well with people of various backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences
Associates degree (preferably in health science) OR equivalent healthcare experience
Applicable specialty certification(s) (i.e EIP CSR-NMCM;CDA/RDA, MA, CNA, LPN)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of health promotion and counseling preferred (specific disease and lifestyle related topics ideal)
Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Complete intake assessment to determine unmet social services and healthcare needs
Referral and linkage for medical care and social services
Assist clients with healthcare and medication insurance applications and housing applications
Encourage continuity of care between clinician and patient, by providing individual support and assistance to the patient and family in navigating the health care system