NEW AMERICANS HEALTH NAVIGATOR - FULL TIME TROY, MICHIGAN
BI-LINGUAL IN Ukrainian REQUIRED
We are adding a Refugee Health Navigator to our team who will identify and develop community mental and physical health partnerships and services and communicate external support mechanisms to refugee families. This integral part of our team will assist refugee families in assessing their children's needs with available community resources and help families bridge cultural and logistical barriers to mental and physical health.
Welcome to Samaritas Nation!
Samaritas is a Michigan-based human service organization that connects people with families and communities, empowers them to live their fullest life possible, and creates a ripple effect of transformation. The reference to the work of the Good Samaritan in our name is especially fitting as it is consistent with our mission, values and the services our faith-based company provides.
APPLY TODAY! #BeTheRock, creating ripples of positive transformation in the lives of those we are entrusted to serve!
What's In It For You
Some of the benefits you may receive are:
Full Time/Part Time
Competitive Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employmentCompany paid Basic Life Insurance ($10,000 minimum for each full time and part time employee) Company paid Short Term Disability accrual (Full time employees)Retirement Plan (403b) - Company matches on first 1.5% of gross income at 133% Great Personal Time Off (PTO) accruals Awesome Employee DiscountsUKG Wallet - Pre-Pay OptionsPlus, many more benefits _________________________________________________________________________________Duties and Responsibilities
Identify and collaborate with partner providers delivering high quality, trauma-informed physical and mental health care for refugee youth, and to improve access to treatmentIdentify and connect youth with healthy nutrition, physical recreation and extracurricular activities in their neighborhoods/schools; begin creating a resource list of trauma-informed physical health and mental health providersIntervene early with community-based interventions for vulnerable children to help reduce emotional, social and psychological stressors and lower the risk of individuals developing more serious mental health concernsAssist in bridging language barriers to access cultural sensitivities and the stigma of mental health services that may prevent youth from participating in essential treatmentAdvance culture diversity training with area medical partners through a patient based learning approach, creating increased cultural sensitivity and competency opportunitiesMatch youths needs to services, assist with logistics, work with families, and directly connect children to appropriate servicesCollaborate with referral sources, agencies, institutions, and individuals who have important roles in client's healthConduct RHS-15 mental health screening for all referred clients and make timely, appropriate referrals to mental health care providersComplete all appropriate documentation and reporting in accordance with required timeframes; maintain same in centers case filesEngage in careful record keeping with regards to referrals, appointments, and medical plans for clients. Adhere to HIPAA standards and ensure confidentialityEnroll and coordinate youth in evidence based expressive arts/movement therapiesShare Health and Wellness Navigation learnings with other local resettlement agencies and office of Global MichiganProvide written and oral education about USCIS TB testing and immunization requirements, answer questions, respond to concerns regarding immunizations and refer to a public health nurse when needed. Assist clients with completing their USCIS immunizations and attestation requirement within 90 days of arrival (if necessary). Assist SRHC and MDHHS TB program with TB evaluation and LTBI data reportingProvide written and oral education about the refugee medial screening (RMS) process and components. Coordinate with the local RMS provider for scheduling RMS appointments with regards to scheduling appointments, transportation and interpretation services _________________________________________________________________________________
Job Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Licensure/Certification
Bachelor degree in social work, medical case management, public health, nonprofit administration or related field; ORA combination of education and work experience in Social Work, Medical Case Management, Public Health, Nonprofit Administration or related fieldExperience
Minimum one year in refugee related casework and/or health or community servicesValid unrestricted driver's license with good driving record required. Reliable personal transportation suitable for safely transporting persons served; proof of current registration and automobile insurance required#socialwork #casework #newamericans
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