• PHS SCN Hrsn Specialist

    Comunilife (New York, NY)


    PHS SCN HRSN Specialist

    Job Details

    Job Location

     

    New York, NY

    Position Type

    Full Time

    Education Level

    2 Year Degree

     

    Salary Range

     

    $60000.00 - $65000.00 Salary

     

    Travel Percentage

     

    Up to 25%

     

    Job Shift

     

    Day

     

    Job Category

     

    Nonprofit - Social Services

    Description

    Reporting to the Director of SCN services, the HRSN Specialist will focus conducting standardized screenings to identify unmet health-related social needs among Medicaid members and facilitating connections to appropriate services. The goal of this position is to enhance health equity and improveoutcomes by integrating social care into the healthcare delivery system.

    Schedule:

    Mon.-Fri. 9am - 5pm

    Essential Duties:

    + Screening and Assessment: Screen individuals to identify unmet social needs such as housing instability, food insecurity, lack of transportation, or challenges with access to education or employment.

    + Navigation and Referral: Assist individuals in navigating available resources and services, referring them to relevant programs and organizations within the Social Care Network (SCN) and external community partners.

    + Case Management and Coordination: Coordinate with various service providers, including those within healthcare settings, community-based organizations (CBOs), and other SCN participants, to ensure individuals receive comprehensive support.

    + Documentation and Data Management: Ensure accurate and timely documentation of screening results, referrals, and interactions is crucial, often using designated data platforms. They may also track data to evaluate the impact of HRSN services.

    + Building Relationships: Developing strong relationships with individuals, families, community partners, and healthcare providers is important for successful service delivery and care coordination.

    + Community Engagement and Outreach: Engage in community outreach activities to educate individuals about HRSN services and resources, and build relationships with stakeholders

    Qualifications

    Education and Experience Requirement(s)

     

    + Bachelor’s Degree in human services or related field; or, Associate’s Degree with 4 years related experience; or, High School Degree with 6 years related case management experience.

    + Experience serving individuals living with HIV/AIDS, chronic mental illness, substance abuse, street homeless, medical frailties, and their families is a plus

    + Bilingual skills in English/Spanish are a plus

    + Excellent oral and written communication skills; proficiency with MS Office and Google product suites

    + Ability to perform and manage in a team approach; excellent interpersonal skills

    + Ability to handle complex challenges and balance multiple demands on time and attention

    + Ability and willingness to perform all duties as workload necessitates