Link Health Patient Navigators
Location
Boston, Massachusetts
Patient Navigators will assist individuals and families in navigating and enrolling in government assistance programs like HEAP and SNAP to address social determinants of health. This involves direct patient support in applications, community engagement at partner clinics, and enrolling patients using Link Health’s dashboard.
Candidates must possess an outgoing personality, be proactive team players, and demonstrate a strong interest in advancing social and economic justice through honesty and empathy. A commitment to the 16-week cohort schedule and proficiency in Spanish are preferred.
The Link Health Patient Health Navigators will assist individuals and families in navigating and enrolling in government assistance programs such as HEAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Lifeline, and other state/federal benefits as a way to address social determinants of health. This role integrates social services, client support, data management, and public assistance knowledge with a focus on health equity.
Link Health actively seeks to assist eligible people in the navigation and enrollment in benefit programs that address crucial needs like affordable internet, food access, healthcare support, and housing resources.
We use community-centered approaches that leverage data, technology, and partnerships to achieve this. This will reduce barriers & connect underserved populations to the benefits available to them for improved economic stability and health outcomes.
This is an unpaid volunteer position. Volunteers are not employees of Link Health and do not receive wages or employee benefits. This opportunity is designed for civic and educational engagement and should not be seen as a substitute for paid employment.
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