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Health Navigator (Street Medicine Team)

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$25/hr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: The Health Navigator serves as the primary care manager for unhoused individuals and families who need services. Working alongside the street medicine team in homeless encampments, they faci…

Skills: Case Management, Substance Use Disorder Counseling, Outreach, Barrier Assessment, Health Coaching

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Health Navigator (Maternal Health)

San Jose, California, United States · On-site

$25/hr–$26/hr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: The Health Navigator serves as the primary care manager for individuals and families who need services. They facilitate the initial introduction to the organization’s services and maintain o…

Skills: Care Management, Barrier Assessment, Public Benefit Enrollment, Health Coaching, Outreach

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Health Navigator

San Jose, California, United States · On-site

Mid level

Description Position Summary: The Health Navigator serves as the primary care manager for individuals and families who need services. They facilitate the initial introduction to the organization’s services and maintain o…

Skills: Case Management, Barrier Assessment, Health Coaching, Public Benefit Enrollment, Outreach

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Health Navigator

San Jose, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$25/hr

Mid level

Description Health Navigator-Family (South Bay) Position Summary: The Health Navigator serves as the primary care manager for individuals and families who need services. They facilitate the initial introduction to the or…

Skills: Case Management, Barrier Assessment, Public Benefit Enrollment, Health Coaching, Outreach

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Patient Registration Specialist

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$25/hr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Patient Registration Manager, the Patient Registration Specialist assists in managing the AMD schedules for Behavioral Health Clinicians including but not limite…

Skills: Patient Scheduling, EHR Systems, De-escalation Techniques, HIPAA Compliance, Customer Service

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Program Manager - Youth & Adolescence

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$71k–$75k/yr

Senior

Description Position Summary: The Program Manager supports the Director of Programs and Policy by assisting in program implementation, execution, and integration of multiple programs in the organization. The Program Mana…

Skills: Program Management, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Community Outreach, Project Management

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Chief of Staff

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

Senior

Description Chief of Staff **Required: Please upload your resume and cover letter. Applications that do not include both documents may be considered incomplete and may not be reviewed. Position Summary Roots Community He…

Skills: Executive Strategy, Project Management, Operational Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Public Affairs

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Training Specialist I

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$26/hr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: The Training Specialist I is responsible for delivering high-impact, equity-driven training within the organization and with external partners to support Roots’ mission of uplifting and empo…

Skills: Training Facilitation, Curriculum Execution, Community Health Work, Adult Mental Health First Aid, Instructional Design

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Accounting Specialist

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$28/hr–$30/hr

Entry level

Description Position Summary: The Accounting Specialist will be committed to the mission, vision, and services of Roots and able to engage funders and funding agencies accordingly. The Accounting Specialist will provide …

Skills: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, General Ledger Accounting, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Reporting

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Information Technology Director

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$125k–$145k/yr

Senior+

Description Position Summary: The Information Technology (IT) Director provides strategic and operational leadership for a multi-site IT infrastructure, security framework, and service delivery model supporting a 250+ pe…

Skills: IT Strategic Leadership, HIPAA Compliance, Infrastructure Management, Cloud Administration, Vendor Management

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Program Administrator - Workforce Programs

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$67k–$74k/yr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: Roots empowers people to reshape their futures through educational achievement, meaningful employment, and financial independence. Roots focuses on the individuals’ capacities and strengths,…

Skills: Workforce Development, Program Administration, Data Tracking, Compliance Monitoring, Project Management

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Program Manager - Workforce Programs

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$67k–$74k/yr

Senior

Description Position Summary: The Workforce Program Manager supports program implementation, execution, and integration of multiple programs in the organization. The Workforce Program Manager will be focused on our workf…

Skills: Program Management, Project Management, Team Management, Community Outreach, Budget Management

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Health Navigator

San Jose, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$25/hr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: The Health Navigator serves as the primary care manager for individuals and families who need services. They facilitate the initial introduction to the organization’s services and maintain o…

Skills: Case Management, Barrier Assessment, Public Benefit Enrollment, Health Coaching, Outreach

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Program Specialist - Clinical Programs [Diabetes & Substance Use]

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$24/hr–$26/hr

Entry level

Description Position Summary: Representing Roots Community Health Center as part of the Clinical Programs team, this position implements care coordination and outreach for high priority conditions such as Diabetes, HIV, …

Skills: Care Coordination, Patient Outreach, Electronic Health Records, Microsoft Office, G-Suite

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Navigation Manager

Oakland, California, United States · On-site

$68k–$76k/yr

Mid level

Description Position Summary: The Navigation Services Manager oversees a team of Health Navigators to provide critical services to our community using trauma-informed approaches, motivational interviewing techniques, and…

Skills: Staff Supervision, Program Management, Project Management, Trauma-Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing

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Nurse Practitioner

Sacramento, California, United States · On-site

$55/hr–$57/hr

Mid level

Description The Clinical Programs Nurse Practitioner (NP) for the Cut Hypertension Program provides advanced clinical care, including independent diagnosis, treatment, and medication management for adults with hypertensi…

Skills: Hypertension Management, Independent Diagnosis, Medication Management, Patient Assessment, Culturally Grounded Care

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Health Navigator (Street Medicine Team)

Roots Community Health

Oakland, California, United States • On-site

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  • $24/hr–$25/hr
  • Full-time
  • Posted 8d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Health Navigator manages care for unhoused individuals by facilitating access to services and maintaining ongoing contact within homeless encampments. They perform comprehensive barrier assessments and assist participants in enrolling in public benefit programs and healthcare services.

Requirements

Candidates must have experience in Substance Use Disorder counseling and a valid California Driver License. Preference is given to those with a personal history of systems involvement or two years of experience in non-profit or community clinic settings.

Full job description

Description

 

Position Summary:

The Health Navigator serves as the primary care manager for unhoused individuals and families who need services. Working alongside the street medicine team in homeless encampments, they facilitate the initial introduction to the organization’s services and maintain ongoing contact with each assigned participant. This position will work with individuals who have substance use disorder.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop rapport and relationships that foster trust to ensure participants feel comfortable and safe.
  • Provide face-to-face visits and make outreach calls to the participant based on their needs. 
  • Perform comprehensive barrier assessment to address barriers such as: psychosocial health, criminal history, physical health, probation/parole status, mental health, job-readiness/competency, substance use, DMV issues, family/support system, child support orders, custody matters, housing, tax issues, access to food, clothing and hygiene items, civil restitution orders, and access to healthcare services.
  • Assist participants in enrolling in public benefit programs (Medi-Cal, CalFresh, CalWorks, etc.), medical and social services.
  • Provide health coaching (glucometer training, etc). 
  • Support medical providers and clinical staff as needed in daily clinic operations.
  • Complete all required documentation and reports in a timely fashion and in the manner required by program contracts.
  • Help keep site clean and safe at all times.
  • Participate in staff meetings, supervision, agency meetings and staff trainings.
  • Must be able to work on-site full time.

Requirements

 Competencies:

  • Personal or family history of systems involvement (jail/prison, foster system, mental health system, etc.) preferred. 
  • Substance Use Disorder counseling experience required.
  • 2 years of experience working in non-profit organizations or community clinics preferred. 
  • Comfort level working with communities of African descent, low-income, unhoused, formerly incarcerated and individuals with behavioral health challenges. 
  • Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking.
  • Ability to manage time efficiently.
  • Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Valid California Driver License with safe driving record.

Roots Community Health Center is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values diversity of culture, thought and lived experiences. We seek talented, qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status,  age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, conviction history, uniform service membership/veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical conditions, genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression regardless of physical gender, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. Roots uses E Verify to validate the eligibility of our new employees to work legally in the United States.  

Related keywords

Street MedicineUnhousedSubstance Use DisorderMedi-CalCalFreshCalWorksPsychosocial HealthBehavioral HealthCommunity HealthNon-profitCase ManagementPublic BenefitsHealthcare AccessOutreach

About Roots Community Health

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Healing Our Community From Within.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2008
Headquarters
Oakland, CA
LinkedIn followers
4,097

Roots Community Health is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to reducing health disparities in East Oakland, California. Roots is the first community health center in East Oakland to provide physician care at patient homes and residential facilities. Roots Community Health Center celebrated the opening of its new facility at 9925 International Blvd. in March of 2011. Our mission The mission of Roots Community Health Center is to uplift those impacted by systematic inequities and poverty by providing culturally responsive, comprehensive healthcare, behavioral health, and wraparound services; identifying and addressing root causes of illness and suffering; and emphasizing self-sufficiency and community empowerment. Roots Community Health Center accomplishes its mission by providing top-quality healthcare, conducting community-based participatory research, and offering opportunities for rehabilitation, education, training, and employment to reduce poverty and dependency in our community. Roots implements its programs and services while honoring the “roots” of culture, heritage, and tradition; by providing unprecedented access to services; by remaining community-aware and community-responsive; and by establishing partnerships to ensure a more efficient continuum of care in Oakland.

Offices: 9925 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94603, US · 1898 The Alameda, San Jose, California 95126, US · 4107 Broadway, Oakland, California 94611, US · 7272 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, California 94605, US · 1811 S 7th St, Suite C, D & E, San Jose, CA 95112, US

Primary Care Medical homeCommunity-based CareResidence-based CareImmigration Examination/ImmunizationWorkforce Developmentand Public HealthHospitalHealth CareNon ProfitMedical
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About Roots Community Health

LinkedInVisit site

Healing Our Community From Within.

Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
2008
Headquarters
Oakland, CA
LinkedIn followers
4,097

Roots Community Health is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to reducing health disparities in East Oakland, California. Roots is the first community health center in East Oakland to provide physician care at patient homes and residential facilities. Roots Community Health Center celebrated the opening of its new facility at 9925 International Blvd. in March of 2011. Our mission The mission of Roots Community Health Center is to uplift those impacted by systematic inequities and poverty by providing culturally responsive, comprehensive healthcare, behavioral health, and wraparound services; identifying and addressing root causes of illness and suffering; and emphasizing self-sufficiency and community empowerment. Roots Community Health Center accomplishes its mission by providing top-quality healthcare, conducting community-based participatory research, and offering opportunities for rehabilitation, education, training, and employment to reduce poverty and dependency in our community. Roots implements its programs and services while honoring the “roots” of culture, heritage, and tradition; by providing unprecedented access to services; by remaining community-aware and community-responsive; and by establishing partnerships to ensure a more efficient continuum of care in Oakland.

Offices: 9925 International Blvd, Oakland, CA 94603, US · 1898 The Alameda, San Jose, California 95126, US · 4107 Broadway, Oakland, California 94611, US · 7272 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, California 94605, US · 1811 S 7th St, Suite C, D & E, San Jose, CA 95112, US

Primary Care Medical homeCommunity-based CareResidence-based CareImmigration Examination/ImmunizationWorkforce Developmentand Public HealthHospitalHealth CareNon ProfitMedical
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