Community & Member Advocate – Allegheny County – Bilingual
Job ID: J174575
Company: Gateway Health
Location: Remote
Full/Part Time: Full time
Job Type: Day (United States of America)
AHN Facility:
Posted Date: February 16, 2021
JOB DESCRIPTION
Company :
Gateway Health Llc
Job Description :
JOB SUMMARY
This job serves as a liaison and mediator between members, providers, community centers, and the Organization. Works independently in the community engaging members within a specific target population as defined by the Plan. Works face-to-face with members to provide basic health literacy, linkage to community resources, and assistance navigating the healthcare system and brings education and support to members in the community and serves as a healthcare advocate for members. The goal is to outreach and engage members to improve health outcomes, close care gaps and improve overall wellness by connecting members to providers and community resources and develop partnerships with community centers and local community based resources to support the needs of the members as well as the community. The incumbent works closely with the care management department to refer members for additional support and education beyond the job's scope of practice.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Initiate outreach efforts, face-to-face, related to targeted preventive health, maternity, care transitions and chronic condition initiatives.
- Educate member(s) on the importance of targeted preventive health services, assess opportunity for care management intervention and make appropriate referrals, including referrals to the Behavioral Health Managed Care Organization (BHMCO) as needed. Contact member(s), providers and community agencies to coordinate access to preventive health services.
- Develop a rapport with members and community centers to establish a supportive relationship which empowers members to take an active role in their health and wellness.
- Assist members with completing a Health Risk Assessment, identifies/providing direction to managing healthcare barriers (i.e. knowledge deficit, transportation, financial), scheduling appointments, and answering questions.
- Collaborate with human services providers such as Head Start Programs, WIC, community centers, and homeless shelters; as well as state agencies such as Children and Youth Services (CYS) and juvenile probation in the identification and outreach to members in need of services.
- Understand the Organization's lines of business and benefits for members in order to provide accurate and current information to member in the community.
- Contribute to the development and preparation of educational materials for members and providers.
- Conduct provider and community training on Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) services and other special preventive health initiatives.
- Provide summary and outcomes of training 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.
- Represent the company at community events, including events sponsored by community centers.
- Other duties as assigned or requested.
EDUCATION
Minimum
- High School Diploma/GED
Substitutions
- None
Preferred
- None
EXPERIENCE
Minimum
- Act 33/34 and 73 clearances
Preferred
- Experience in a health care related customer service or marketing environment that would demonstrate the ability to positively impact the engagement of members in the organization's condition and case management programs
- Bilingual, Spanish speaking
- Basic medical terminology background
- Experience with the targeted community or population
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, child care, 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
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- None
Preferred
- None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENT
50% – 75%
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT (other than English)?
None
PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Position Type
Most On-The-Road
Office-Based Positions
An employee in this position works in an office environment. The position frequently requires the employee to communicate effectively with others both inside and outside the workplace (e.g., in person, via telephone, via email). The employee must be able to understand, interpret and analyze data, solve problems, concentrate, and research, use available technological resources and systems (e.g., computers and computer programs), multi-task, prioritize, and meet multiple deadlines to complete essential tasks. The employee generally works in a fast-paced and frequently stressful environment, must attend work on a regular and reliable basis as well as adhere to all workplace policies, and may be called upon to work outside regular business hours.
Teaches/Trains others regularly
Rarely
Travels regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site
Frequently
Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (Sales employees)
Does Not Apply
Physical Work Site Required
No
Lifting: up to 10 pounds
Frequently
Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds
Never
Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds
Never
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies
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BENEFITS
Total Rewards Program
In addition to competitive pay rates and flexible career growth, we show our employee appreciation through a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including:
- Medical and prescription drug, dental and vision coverages for your and your eligible dependents
- Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, AD&D and disability insurance
- Employer-sponsored 401(k) plan
- Paid time off, including paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Volunteer opportunities
- Voluntary benefits
- Employee discounts
Wellness Resources and Programs
Employees have access to the following wellness programs and resources:
Employees have access to the following wellness programs and resources:
- Work-life resources, such as employee assistance programs and financial counseling services
- 24/7 telephone access to health and wellness coaching to achieve personal goals
- Onsite pharmacy services at major campuses
- Fitness center access for all employees inclusive of showers, lockers, and group exercise classes at major Highmark campuses, Allegheny General Hospital & West Penn Hospital
- Access to chronic condition management programs when enrolled in the employer-sponsored medical plan
- 100% coverage for preventive exams, including flu shots
- Incentive program that rewards employees
- Secure bicycle parking at major campuses
- Healthy food options at onsite cafeterias
- Employee networks to gather in the name of health
- Onsite seated massage and stress management classes including yoga, mindfulness and meditation
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