HEALTH COACH – URBAN HLTH INST Clinical 3 Coo

Serve as an integral part of an outreach team, assisting in patient care management and care transitions. Reaching out to patients with chronic care needs to ensure their understanding, agreement and participation in wellness. Screen and assist patients with conneting to food, housing and community resources. Help patients gain the knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to become active participants in their care.

Coach patients to schedule their own healthcare appointments and transportation. Bridge the gap between clinician and patient, by providing individual support and assistance in navigating the health care system to provide continuity of care. Special Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent; clinical training (i.e. MA, CNA, LPN) a plus .

Experience: Experience working in a healthcare office setting, or community outreach and education required. Knowledge of health promotion, nutrition, and counseling preferred (specific disease and lifestyle related topics ideal). Strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to work well with people of various backgrounds, ethnicities, and life experiences. Ability to take direction, follows through with tasks, and work independently.

Flexibility, optimism, and a cooperative working style. Required License/Certifications/ Registration: Other Qualifications: Fluency in Spanish preferred. Competent in basic computer skills; knowledge of using an electronic health records system preferred. Scheduled Days / Hours: M-F, 8:30am – 5:00 pm