What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Health Navigator position at Clark County Combined Health District?
Job Overview
The Public Health Navigator will plan, develop and administer the social service component of the Community Health Connect.
Duties
o Plan, develop and administer the referral service component of the clinic
o Reaches out to clients to assess their most urgent needs, evaluates the clients’ situation, listens to the clients’ concerns and identifies barriers to accessing services
o Perform an assessment and develop a detailed plan of action to meet the needs of the client, set goals and arranges for other services or resources as needed
o Monitors cases by evaluating treatment and providing personal support and interviewing in crisis
o Recommends and assists clients to schedule counselling or follow up services for clients in individual or group settings
o Maintains confidentiality, respect client’s privacy and preserves the client’s routing and independence as much as possible
o Educates and assists clients in learning how to access and utilize community resources and assist with linking needed professional and community resources
o Provides follow-up and support calls with clients to ensure services are beneficial and clients are continuing to meet goals and make positive lifestyle choices
o Evaluates client satisfaction and quality of care provided
o Make recommendations to improve quality of care as necessary
o Assists with applications and eligibility for healthcare coverage such as Medicaid
o Acts as a liaison and resource person for community, staff and other agencies
o May work with students from community educational programs
o Maintain a community resource guide and seek out new resources to meet needs
o Maintain a thorough process for tracking referrals and follow-up procedures
o Maintain a system to obtain feedback from referral agencies
o Maintains client records and documentation according to program and accreditation standards and protocols
o Completes all necessary documentation and statistical reports within required timelines
Participates in agency disaster preparedness activities; may be required to report for work outside normal working hours during an emergency; available 24/7 for consultation related to bioterrorism/public health emergencies; meets all as outlined by the position’s Supervisor; completes other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Public Health, Social Work or similar field. Two (2) years of experience in connecting people with services, public health, health care or mental health setting preferred. CPR certification within one (1) year of hire.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
The Clark County Combined Health District (CCCHD) protects and promotes the health of citizens and the environment through the efforts of dedicated and skilled employees and application of sound public health principles. Our role is to identify community health problems; diagnose and investigate health problems and health hazards in the community; and enforce laws and regulations that protect health and ensure safety. CCCHD offers a relaxed, positive, and friendly work environment. Some positions may offer remote work as an option. The work of equity, diversity and inclusion is the work of Public Health. We are committed to a future that is free of health inequities, that promotes the highest level of wellness for the communities we serve, and a diverse and inclusive public health workforce that embodies humility, respect, leadership and service on behalf of, and with, the diverse communities we are privileged to serve.
Compensation
$19.29 to start with 3.5% pay raise upon successful completion of probation. Excellent benefits package including healthcare plan options, generous HSA contribution, vision and dental insurance, 13 paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave, OPERS and deferred compensation options.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.29 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid jury duty
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Public Health
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Springfield, OH 45503 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19
