Community Health Coordinator/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

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Job TitleCommunity Health Coordinator/UKHCRequisition NumberRE49751Working TitleCommunity Health CoordinatorDepartment NameH4007:Chief Medical OfficeWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level06Salary Range$16.20-24.82/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationHS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yr
Required License/Registration/CertificationNone
Physical RequirementsStanding, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods of time.
ShiftMonday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
Job SummaryThe Ambulatory Population Health team is seeking a community health worker to be a part of the inpatient/outpatient Population Health program. This position will help patients navigate the health care system and provide support for social determinants of health. Through a risk assessment, this individual will identify those patients who need further assistance with their care and/or resources. In the outpatient setting, this position will provide information for at-risk patients regarding medical and psychosocial support services and serve as a liaison between health, social services and the community to facilitate improved health outcomes. This role will involve building relationships with patients through trust, motivational interviewing and empowering patients to take an active part in their health. Individuals will also provide information and resources to clients to improve their health literacy, increase retention in medical care and improve treatment adherence to achieve better health outcomes. Primary patient interactions will occur through home visits, which will aim to facilitate connection to resources, application completion and identification of community support systems. This position will also include community outreach to identify appropriate resources. Coordinator will work in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient has obtained needed resources and health care services, and will maintain patient confidentially and documentation in electronic health record and database.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceHigh School/GED
Deadline to Apply04/02/2025Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

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* Describe any experience you have had providing social services.
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* How many years of paid work experience do you have providing social services? NoneMore than 0, up through 1 yearMore than 1 year, up through 3 yearsMore than 3 years, up through 5 yearsMore than 5 years * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system? InsideHigherEd.comHigherEdJobs.comDiverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) Latinosinhighered.comHospitalCareers.comIndeed.comLinkedIn.comHigher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member Careerbuilder.comUK Job FairNone of the Above
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