Healthcare Navigator - WestCare Foundation : Job Details

Healthcare NavigatorJob DetailsJob LocationTulare - 1384 E Tulare Ave - Tulare, CAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelGraduate DegreeSalary Range$26.44 - $26.44 HourlyJob CategoryNonprofit - Social ServicesDescriptionPOSITION SUMMARY:Person in this positionwill be primarily responsible for working with VAMCs and other healthcare systems ensuring appropriate care coordination for Veterans. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:+ Assist Veterans in getting access to appointments when needed.+ Assist with enrollment.+ Help gain access to appointments.+ Supporting Veterans in identifying health care needs.+ Working collaboratively with health care teams to facilitate access to care.+ Communicating with Veterans and health care teams about appointments.+ Assist Veteran in utilizing available services including preventative health care.+ Help Veteran identify barriers to adhering to recommended health care plans.+ Assist Veterans in understanding and communicating with providers to make informed decisions about health care.+ Problem-solve barriers to care (i.e., transportation, childcare)+ Provide education or create linages for Veterans to learn about wellness related topics.+ Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and+ Perform all other duties as assigned.QualificationsESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.+ Ability to establish relationships with Veteran, health care teams, and community service providers.+ Ability to work under stress and in emotionally charged settings.+ Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.+ Ability to work well in a team environment.+ Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.+ Professional appearance and demeanor.+ Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.+ Military/Veteran preferred.+ Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain a criminal background clearance+ Valid driver's license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCare's vehicle insurance is required; and+ CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.+ During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:+ Master's Degree in Addiction Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:+ Not applicable for this positionWORKING CONDITIONS:+ Work is primarily performed in an office setting.+ Some outdoor activities may be required.+ Professional appearance and demeanor.+ Work varied shifts, including weekends and holidays.