Health Navigator- Health and Wellness
Job Description
Job Description
Description:
WORK DESCRIPTION:
Provides individual services to adult, substance-using clients by following evidence-based practices; assists clients in linking to recovery support services, health care and other needed services; and develops individual Service Plans that help clients enhance self-efficacy, maintain engagement in medical care, and reduce HIV risk and transmission behaviors.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Carries caseload of patients living with HIV at Haymarket Center
Assist patient in receiving necessary support services such as medical care, housing, and public benefits
Foster participation in recovery support services
Develop and update initial patient service plan with patient input
Maintain advocate position for patient through treatment episode and throughout housing in recovery home setting
Complete all necessary documentation and reports in Electronic Care Record in a timely manner
Facilitate didactic and therapeutic groups when required
Develop appropriate community resources such as case management, mental health services, substance abuse treatment, food, housing, and public benefits among others
Provide education and support for engagement in medical care, medication adherence, and HIV risk reduction techniques.
Support client through navigation of health care
Collaborate with other service providers to create network of providers to ensure client linkage to services and recruit participants for Haymarket Center programs and services
Attend programmatic meetings, staffings, trainings, and supervisions
Follow agency regulations regarding vehicle use
Other duties as required for effective team work or as assigned by the Manager
Requirements:EDUCATION REQUIRED:
High School Diploma with 2 years of Case Management Experience
A Bachelors degree in Human Services (Preferred)
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Ability to work with diverse populations, cultural backgrounds, and sexual orientations
Knowledge about HIV/AIDS
Previous case management experience beneficial
Certified as Case Manager by AIDS Foundation of Chicago preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Proficiency in reading and writing
Able to work effectively on a team
General computer literacy is mandatory
Previous experience working with an Electronic Health Record (ECR) highly preferred
Maintain a valid Illinois Driver's License and eligibility for agency insurance coverage
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