Community Health Advocate PRN Job Listing at MedStar Health in Olney, MD (Job ID 159708)

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General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for a Community Health Advocate to join our team at our Montgomery Medical Center!

Works closely with community health, case management and emergency department care teams and social service agencies to provide short-term care coordination and connection to resources and programs for patients to improve their health and general well-being through education and provision of coordination of care and

services. Works in both clinical and community-based settings, including patient's homes. Serves as a liaison/link/intermediary between health/social services and the community to facilitate access to services and improve the quality and cultural competence of service delivery. Builds individual and community capacity by increasing health knowledge and self-sufficiency through a range of activities such as outreach, community education, informal counseling, social support, navigation support and advocacy. Community outreach, such as home visits, assessments, care coordination and health screenings required.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move! 

Primary Duties: 

• Facilitates patient care by ensuring that proper interventions are implemented to ensure a safe discharge and reduce the risk of patient revisit or readmission. Advocates for individual community health equity. Assists patients in accessing health related services, including but not limited to: obtaining a medical home, providing instruction on appropriate use of the medical home, overcoming barriers to obtaining needed medical care and/or social services.
• Assists patients in their homes, community or clinic setting. Communicates to patients the purposes of the program and the impact it may have on their wellbeing. Helps patients identify socio-economic issues that affect their overall health and develop health/social management plans and goals. Collects, tracks and reports information about the community and community benefits.
• Documents all patient encounters; completes and submits monthly reports; maintains comprehensive electronic client files, which include client notes, release of information, assessments and other medical documents acquired on behalf of the patient. Documents activities, service plans and outcomes achieved by patient in an effective manner.
• Educates client on the proper use of the Emergency Room/Health system services, and provides information for alternatives. Coaches patients in effective management of their chronic health conditions and self-care. Assists patient in understanding care plans and instructions. Motivates patients/clients to be active and engaged participants in their health and overall wellbeing.
• Enhances community residents' ability to effectively communicate with health care providers. Identifies and addresses patient issues that create barriers to care for specific individuals. Integrates with patient's care team to support progress in care plan and overall patient wellness.

Qualifications:  

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• Residency with the target population is preferred.

• Bilingual-fluent Spanish speaking ability preferred.
• 1-2 years or more years of experience in community health projects and/or outreach programs preferred