Social Needs Navigator - Advancing Whole Health

About the role

The Greater Richmond YMCA is seeking part-time Social Needs Navigators to support chronic disease health programs. The role involves collaborating with internal and external care teams to manage caseloads and develop care initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Connect individuals to services addressing basic needs such as housing, healthcare, food, and community health programming.
• Conduct in-person or small group coaching sessions as needed.
• Work 10 hours per week, with flexibility to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Experience in behavior change, wellness, specialized populations, or social work
• Health coaching skills and Motivational Interviewing skills
• Ability to travel to YMCAs within the Metro area
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite and ability to multi-task on various digital platforms
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required upon hire

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in Social Work, Counseling, Public Health, Sociology, Health Education or life experience equivalent
• Experience in case management or social work
• Skills in motivational interviewing/health coaching
• Experience in data collection and entry
• Bilingual candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Bilingual language preferred
• Transportation required due to in-person engagement at multiple locations
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification required upon hire

Who We Are

The YMCA of Greater Richmond is committed to diversity and inclusion. We foster a work environment where all employees feel valued and supported, adhering to our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.