Community advocate job description

You could be the one who changes everything for our 26 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you'll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.

Position Purpose: Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with Health & Family Services, government agencies, community resource and advocacy groups, to build additional community support for current and potential members.

• Identify and develop relationships with key community stakeholders throughout market region and act as the liaison between these organization and the health plan

• Collaborate with stakeholders and community-based organizations to facilitate the development of community partnerships and assist in the translation of partnerships into operational strategies

• Identify opportunities for partnering with community, provider, and advocacy organizations to establish stronger and visible relationships with various constituencies
• Monitor and report on achievement of committed action plans

• Facilitate and maintain communication between internal and external audiences Coordinate outreach activities to identify enrollees needing care within various populations

• Monitor and report on achievement of committed action plans

• Assist in coordinating and tracking funding and sponsorship requests in partnership with marketing team

Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Public Health or related field. 2+ years of social services or advocacy experience preferably in Medicaid environment.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Package: Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules and dress flexibility, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) and stock purchase plans, Tuition reimbursement and best-in-class training and development.

Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.

**TITLE:** Community Advocate

**LOCATION:** Springfield, Illinois

**REQNUMBER:** 1352301

Community Resource Advocate - Albany, NY

We are looking for a dynamic individual who can for provide services and support to the post-pandemic recovery effort for the residents within the city of Albany by actively linking them to needed government benefits, services, and/or goods. With the support of the team leader and other Wellness Advocates, we will remove barriers and achieve positive outcomes for the health and well-being of marginalized, disadvantaged, and underserved city of Albany residents by actively linking them to needed government benefits, services, and/or help them obtain essential goods. This is a short-term service delivery model with the goal of resolving referrals within six to eight weeks.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Employees are expected to be awake and alert while working.
Maintain a caseload of 10 12 clients and meet service needs within a six to eight week time frame.
Receive referrals and collaborate with referral source, as needed.
Rapidly engage clients and complete intake paperwork including the Social Determinants of Health questionnaire.
Effectively interface with government offices, social service providers and other community resources to actively link clients to services, assist in their application for benefits, and to obtain concrete goods.
Maintain positive communication with clients and provide active assistance including transportation, attending meetings, complete applications, etc.
Advocate for client with providers, as well as troubleshoot barriers that impede or otherwise negatively impact the ability to access services/resources.
Assist clients by providing education, information and support.
Complete documentation and data collection, as needed.
Become familiar with government benefits, community and neighborhood resources, etc.
Participate in and contribute to team meetings. Attend relevant program development activities, trainings, and conferences.
Other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience
Requires a High School Diploma and equivalent of at least two years of relevant experience.

Certification/Licensure
Requires a valid drivers license.

If you want a rewarding career where you make a positive impact on children and their families, we want to talk to you! At Northern Rivers Family of Services, we work together to make a difference in our client's lives while also strengthening our community.

We are a family of human service agencies united in our passion to helping children, families, and adults reach their potential. Northern Rivers coordinates the quality of care, depth of programs, and combined size and passion for the mission to provide care for more than 18,000 people each year in 41 counties throughout New York State. If you've got the talent, drive and desire to make a real difference in your community, you need to be a part of Northern Rivers Family of Services!

Our employees receive generous paid time off, an expansive health care package, tuition reimbursement, loan repayment assistance, free training/CEU opportunities, and much more!

Apply today to become part of our team!

Northern Rivers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. We cherish the unique contributions of our diverse staff, and are building a culture where everyone has the opportunity to do the meaningful work here at Northern Rivers!

Dynamic Opportunity ~ As a full-time Spanish speaking employee, working 40 hours a week, the Peer Advocate for the Program for Assertive Community Treatment PACT program, assess service needs and stage of change and participate in development of individualized recovery focused service plans.

The Guidance Center ~ is a primary mental health support agency, providing compassionate, professional care for individuals and families with mental health needs in the greater Cumberland County, NJ area. For more than 50 years, our non-profit organization of professionals, doctors, nurses, therapists, and support staff, has assisted the community in the diagnosis and treatment of all types of mental illness.

What does this position look like ~ A Peer Advocate uses their experience and education to provide counseling, guidance, role-modeling and advocacy to PACT participants. The Peer Advocate will participate in team meetings, treatment plan building and share in the implementation of those treatment plans. They assist in completing social and daily living skills assessments and provide resources, education and linkages to address any concerns. The Peer Advocate will provide transportation, as needed to support the persons served in meeting their basic needs as well as accomplishing personal goals. The peer advocate will promote the use of community recreational and social activities and utilize individual and group modalities to help support persons served in integrating and socializing within their community of choice. The Peer Advocate will be a part of a multidisciplinary team and will utilize the strengths of the other team members while enhancing the team with their personal experience and strengths. They will participate in on-call response to service requests after standard operating hours and provide crisis de-escalation to those persons in need.

What you need to apply ~

• (1) Master's degree in a behavioral health science from an accredited institution and one year experience in the provision of mental health services;
• (2) Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health science from an accredited institution and two years experience in the provision of mental health services;
  • (A) Primary consumer may substitute demonstrated volunteer or paid experience working with individuals with serious and persistent mental illness in lieu of a bachelor's degree;
  • (B) Primary consumer, who does not possess a bachelor's degree as required in this section for the mental health specialist position, shall be regarded as a full, professional member of the clinical team, function under the same job description as other mental health specialists, and receive salary parity;
• (3) Associate's degree in psychiatric rehabilitation and two years experience in the provision of mental health services.
• Spanish speaking Peer Advocate required.

What we provide ~

• Competitive Salary
• Superior Benefit Package
• Health Insurance
• Low Cost Dependent Coverage
• Prescription Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Vacation Time
• Personal Time
• Sick Time
• Employee discounts; auto, event tickets, insurance, wireless cell service and more

The Guidance Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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