• Cultural Health Navigator - Language Access - UH…

    Truman Medical Centers (Kansas City, MO)


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    Cultural Health Navigator - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Centers (5 days per week; 8:30a-5:00p; Mon-Fri)

     

    101 Truman Medical Center

     

    Job Location

     

    University Health Truman Medical Center

     

    Kansas City, Missouri

     

    Department

     

    Language Access UHTMC

    Position Type

    Full time

     

    Work Schedule

    8:30AM - 5:00PM

    Hours Per Week

     

    40

    Job Description

    Cultural Health Navigator

    _Bridge communities. Break barriers. Improve lives._

    Position Summary:

    University Health is seeking a **Cultural Health Navigator (CHN)** to support equitable healthcare access for refugee, immigrant, and underserved communities. In this vital role, you’ll help patients overcome cultural and linguistic barriers by providing **interpretation** , **navigation support** , and **resource connection** to ensure access to care and community services.

     

    You'll play a central role in promoting **health equity** , screening for social needs, and guiding patients—particularly Black, Hispanic, and uninsured populations—through healthcare systems with empathy, cultural understanding, and personalized support.

    What You’ll Need:

    + **Associate’s degree** or equivalent education/experience

    + Proficient in **English and a key refugee/immigrant language**

    + At least **1 year of healthcare interpretation experience** (preferred)

    + Successful completion of **Bridging the Gap** , **JCCC** , **SBA** , or equivalent

    + Excellent interpersonal and **cross-cultural communication** skills

    + Deep understanding of immigrant/refugee **cultural, social, and economic needs**

    + **Microsoft Office** proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

    + High empathy, strong self-awareness, and a passion for community impact

    Preferred Qualifications:

    + **Community Health Worker** and/or **National Healthcare Interpreter Certification**

    + Proven ability to build trust and navigate diverse community relationships

     

    Why Join Us?

     

    • Empower vulnerable communities

    • Shape a more inclusive healthcare system

    • Be a voice and a guide for those who need it most

     

    Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day.

     

    University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.