Preventive Care Navigator

Description

Preventive Care Navigator - IBCCP

Compensation (Based on experience and qualifications) 

Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm with a Saturday Rotation 8:00am - 1:00pm

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Preventive Care Navigator to join our healthcare team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by promoting preventive health measures and supporting clients in accessing essential screening and support services. The ideal candidate will be proactive, culturally sensitive, and committed to improving health outcomes through education and outreach.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct internal and external outreach to educate communities on the importance of mammography, colorectal screening, and risk reduction strategies.
• Identify clients who may benefit from preventive screenings and support services, and assist them in gaining access to these resources.
• Provide culturally and linguistically appropriate education tailored to diverse populations.
• Document all referrals, follow-ups, and educational activities accurately for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers and community organizations to enhance outreach efforts and service delivery.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of screening guidelines, community resources, and best practices in preventive care.

Chicago Family Health Centers offers benefits to all its full-time employees:

BCBS Medical PPO Plans| BCBS Dental |Vision| Tuition Reimbursement up to $1,500 per year|12 Paid Holidays and 18 Days of Paid Time Off | 8 sick days 

Chicago Family Health Center is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who is committed to cultivating diversity, equity and inclusion within all aspects of our organizations. We stand against and prohibit discrimination in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• a high school diploma
• Must have one or more years of health education experience.
• CPR Certification will be required and maintained.
• Must understand age- specific medical needs of all populations served.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with patients and other members of the care team.
• Experience in working with a diverse population base preferred. 
• Ability to appropriately handle confrontation and conflict. 
• Ability to work independently and to seek consultation as necessary.
• Ability to follow organization and departmental processes and procedures.
• Ability to work in a high stress/fast paced/high work volume environment.