Health Guide
MaineHealth, Portland, ME, United States
Description
Maine Medical Center – Professional Nonclinical – Req #: 76805
Role Summary
The Health Guide role is responsible for assisting patients as they obtain care at the community-based clinic serving people experiencing homelessness. This position is responsible for the initial assessment and determination of the appropriate level of service needed to address medically and socially challenging issues, health needs, and barriers for patients. The Health Guide will provide education around resources and programs, and assist patients with navigating the system and with applications as needed.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Bachelor's degree in community health, social work/social services, psychology, or closely related field preferred; two years directly relevant experience in a healthcare or social services setting, working with vulnerable populations may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
License/Certifications: N/A
Experience: Relevant experience providing advanced knowledge of community outreach resources, Federal/State programs and skills in assessing client needs around their health and health care required.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of electronic consumer record software.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: NA
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre‑hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Benefits
Paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, and well‑being resources for you and your family.
Benefits support an individual's needs for today and provide flexibility to plan for tomorrow.
Benefits contribute to an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential.
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Maine Medical Center – Professional Nonclinical – Req #: 76805
Role Summary
The Health Guide role is responsible for assisting patients as they obtain care at the community-based clinic serving people experiencing homelessness. This position is responsible for the initial assessment and determination of the appropriate level of service needed to address medically and socially challenging issues, health needs, and barriers for patients. The Health Guide will provide education around resources and programs, and assist patients with navigating the system and with applications as needed.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Bachelor's degree in community health, social work/social services, psychology, or closely related field preferred; two years directly relevant experience in a healthcare or social services setting, working with vulnerable populations may be accepted in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.
License/Certifications: N/A
Experience: Relevant experience providing advanced knowledge of community outreach resources, Federal/State programs and skills in assessing client needs around their health and health care required.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Microsoft Word, Excel, and use of electronic consumer record software.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: NA
Hiring Scam Alert
MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre‑hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org.
Benefits
Paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, and well‑being resources for you and your family.
Benefits support an individual's needs for today and provide flexibility to plan for tomorrow.
Benefits contribute to an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential.
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