Patient Navigator (43-70)

Job Summary

The Patient Navigator–Community Health Worker supports clients in navigating behavioral health, physical health, and social service systems. Key responsibilities include patient and community engagement, outreach, care coordination, and advocacy. This role works as part of a multidisciplinary team to improve health outcomes, reduce barriers to care, and promote recovery and wellness.

Core Competencies

• Trauma informed, person centered engagement
• Motivational interviewing
• Crisis awareness and de-escalation
• Organization and time management
• Professional boundaries and ethics
• Able to operate a computer and proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Fluent written and verbal skills in English and Spanish

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 3 years of direct patient care experience
• Community Health Worker Certification or obtain within first three to six months of employment
• Medical Assistant Certification, preferred
• Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with behavioral health or substance use needs, preferred

Pay

$15.35 to $20.59 Non-Exempt

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Qualifications

La Clinica de Familia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.