Community Housing Coordinator

20416-1Community Housing Coordinator, Adams, Lebanon, Lancaster, York Counties , 8+ Months, Contract

Sigma Systems Inc is looking to hire a Community Housing Coordinator to work for our client based in the counties Above.

Due to the governmental nature of these positions, only US Citizens are eligible to apply

Work Schedule:

• Remote position with local travel required up to 50-75% travel is reimbursable)
• Must be bilingual in English and Spanish
• Must reside within one of the following PA counties: Adams, Lancaster, Lebanon, York
• Schedule includes regular business hours Monday – Friday with occasional evening or weekend availability for community events

Responsibilities

• Initiate outreach efforts, both face-to-face and telephonically, related to targeted preventive health, care gaps, maternity, care transitions, health related social needs and chronic condition initiatives. Educate members on the importance of
• targeted preventive health services, assess opportunities for care management intervention, and make appropriate referrals, including referrals to community resources as needed. Contact members, providers, and community agencies to
• coordinate access to preventive health services and/or assistance to address health-related social needs.
• Develop a rapport with members, community-based organizations and provider partners to establish a supportive relationship which empowers members to take an active role in their health and wellness. Collaborate with human services
• providers such as Head Start Programs, WIC, community centers, and homeless shelters, in the identification and outreach to members in need of services.
• Contribute to the development and preparation of educational materials for members and providers. Provide summary and outcomes of outreach attempts and community education to management and peers.
• Participate in the development of programs that are effective, measurable and innovative, with a special emphasis on reaching at risk members. Conduct SDOH assessments as needed and assist with scheduling appointments, addressing
• social health barriers, and answering questions.
• Understand the Organization's lines of business and benefits for members in order to provide accurate and current information to member.
• Represent the company at community events, including events sponsored by community partners.
• Other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• 1 year of Community Health Worker experience or related field
• Lived experience in the community served Preferred
• Experience in Medicaid regulations
• Experience in customer service/member services within the healthcare sector
• Experience working with at-risk populations

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Required Certified Community Health Worker (CCHW) - PA Certification Board within 12 months of start date.

Skills:

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services
• The ability to interact well with peers, supervisors and customers and work as a team member
• Ability to solve problems independently and creatively and be proactive, self directed, assertive and creative in problem solving and system planning
• Ability to handle many tasks simultaneously and respond to customers and their issues promptly
• Possess good written and oral communication skills
• Have an appreciation of cultural diversity and sensitivity towards the Medicaid population with demonstrated expertise in topics related to cultural competency including working with members with limited English proficiency.
• Be aware of issues members face related to healthcare including transportation, childcare, lack of knowledge concerning preventive health, distrust of the system as well as other personal, social, financial barriers
• Must demonstrate patience and empathy when interacting with members and all internal/external customers

Physical, Mental Demands And Working Conditions:

• Must reside within one of the following PA counties: Adams, Lancaster, Lebanon, York
• Remote position with local travel required 50-75% (travel is reimbursable)
• Schedule includes regular business hours Monday – Friday with occasional evening or weekend availability for community events