Care Navigator Assistant, NU Co-op at EBNHC in Meridian, ID

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Time Type: Part time

Department: Community Resource & Wellness Center

All Locations: 282 Meridian Street

Position Summary: The Care Navigator Assistant will work to support Care Navigators to support addressing identified Social Determinant of Health needs and population health gaps in care. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete SDOH screening for assigned patients
• Connect food insecure patients to food resources in the community such as food pantries and provide information and assist with applying to SNAP (food stamps) as appropriate.
• Connect pediatric patients to clothing resources. Support Cradles to Crayons clothing packet assembly.
• Support monthly bills workshop. Support processing discount program applications for patients who attend bills workshop.
• Support weekly food distribution at CRWC. Assist with unloading, bag assembly and food distribution.
• Support winter coat distribution and car seat distribution
• Assist in updating NH community resource handouts
• Provide outreach calls and appointment scheduling to support population health efforts
• Provide assistance at Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure clinic
• Participate in training to further understanding of both community resources and the intersections of social justice and community health work.

Miscellaneous

• Maintain excellent punctuality and attendance.
• Promote a sense of “team work” through demonstration of self-direction and self-motivation. Solve problems independently or knows when to seek consultation.
• Displays outstanding customer service skills when interacting with all NeighborHealth customers according to the ACE model.
• Adheres to all NeighborHealth and departmental policies and procedures.
• Participate in required departmental activities and meetings.
• Perform other related duties

EDUCATION:

• Enrolled at Northeastern University and eligible for Coop program

EXPERIENCE:

• Classwork related to public or Community Health

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to understand and speak Spanish***.***

Rate: $18/hr

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