Apply on Employer Site

NEOGOV · 4 months ago

BRCO Community Health - Coordinator 1

Lake Charles, LA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

3+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a Community Health Coordinator to serve as a link between Parish Health Units and community programs for the Bureau of Regional and Clinical Operations. The role involves conducting needs assessments, motivating clients to meet their goals, and assisting with social issues while maintaining documentation and reports.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

Responsibilities

Serves as a link between the Parish Health Units (PHUs) and community programs and resources for the Bureau of Regional and Clinical Operations (BRCO)

Meets clients in regional PHUs or other community locations and conduct a needs assessment, including helping patients to set goals

Makes regular follow-up calls and in-person visits with clients

Motivates clients to meet their identified goals

Helps clients with social issues like homelessness, hunger and employment

Assists clients with making follow-up appointments, and filling out applications for Medical Assistance and SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

Works with other team members to create and maintain a directory of community resources (e.g. food banks, housing assistance programs, childcare resources, etc.) in parishes within region

Attends community engagement events in parishes within region

Documents each client encounter in detail

Prepares reports and documents as needed or requested by program supervisors

Attends scheduled program and regional meetings

Other tasks as assigned

Qualification

Community resource knowledgeHealthcare experienceProject managementAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyTime managementAttention to detailCommunication skills