Ryan White Service Linkage Worker

Legacy Community Health • Houston, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the community? At Legacy Community Health, we invite you to become a part of our dedicated team as a Service Linkage Worker. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to directly support individuals in accessing vital healthcare services, ensuring they receive the support they need to thrive. Be a crucial part of our mission to enhance community healthcare. Work in a collaborative environment that values teamwork and personal growth. Engage with clients to bridge gaps in service and remove barriers to care. Mentorship and development opportunities await you in this fulfilling career. This is a grant-funded position, allowing you to make a difference where it's needed most.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum of 1-year paid work experience with People Living With HIV (PLWH).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and familiarity with Ryan White grants and services are strongly preferred.
• Experience with EPIC systems is an advantage.
• Spanish fluency or bilingual capabilities are preferred, enhancing patient communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients in navigating service delivery systems and agency procedures.
• Collaborate with medical case managers and clinic staff to implement patient care plans.
• Monitor patient progress by tracking attendance and following up on referrals.
• Help patients overcome barriers by arranging services like transportation or translation.
• Conduct assessments to evaluate medical and psychosocial needs.
• Create comprehensive care plans to guide patients in meeting their care goals.
• Provide information and referrals for medical, psychosocial, and basic needs services.
• Adapt work methods to accommodate the unique needs of each patient.
• Document services provided in the EHRS client record within 72 hours.
• Facilitate access to programs addressing psycho-social needs within Legacy and the community.
• Advocate for clients to decrease service gaps and remove barriers.
• Connect with Legacy staff and providers for system navigation support.
• Collaborate with community-based agencies to enhance social support linkages.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• And much more!

What This Job Offers

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