Job Summary
This position will serve as a liaison between the health services and our community to facilitate access to quality service and health care delivery.
Responsibilities
Helping people understand their health condition(s) and develop strategies to improve their health and well being
Helping to build understanding and social capital to support healthier behaviors and lifestyle choices
Delivering health information using culturally appropriate terms and concepts
Linking people to health care/social service resources
Providing informal counseling, support and follow-up as needed with patients
Requirements and skills
Experience working with people of different cultures and socio-economic backgrounds
Understanding of the healthcare system and how to help patients find necessary resources.