Community Health and Wellness Navigator

Requisition Details

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:

UNMC is an Affirmative Action Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Location
Omaha, NE

Requisition Number:
Staff_13165

Department
COPH Health Disparities 50005429

Business Unit
College of Public Health

Reg-Temp
Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, Flexible

Remote/Telecommuting
No remote/telecommuting opportunity

Position Summary

The Health and Wellness Navigator plays a crucial role in promoting health and wellness within the South Omaha community. This position involves assisting individuals and groups in navigating the healthcare system, accessing necessary resources, and promoting preventive care and healthy lifestyle choices. The Health and Wellness Navigator serves as a bridge between healthcare providers, community organizations, and individuals, facilitating communication and ensuring that individuals receive appropriate support and guidance.

Position DetailsAdditional InformationPosting Category
Operations

Working Title
Community Health and Wellness Navigator

Job Title
Education & Outreach Specialist

Salary Grade
EO23S

Appointment Type
B1 - REG MGR PROF SALARY

Salary Range
$47,200 - $70,800/annual

Job Requisition Begin Date
06/20/2024

Application Review Date
06/27/2024

Review Date Information:

Initial application review will begin on the date provided in the field above. Applications received prior to this review date will be considered. Applications received after the review date may be considered.

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required Education:
Bachelor's degree

If any degree major/training is required, please specify the type. (NOTE: Concentration and minors are not equivalent to a major)

Public Health, Community Health, Social Work, Nursing, or related field

Required Experience
2 years

If any experience is required, please specify what kind of experience:

Familiarity with local healthcare systems, community resources, and social service agencies.

Required License
No

If yes, what is the required licensure/certification?Required Computer Applications:
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint

Required Other Computer Applications:Required Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of public health principles, health promotion, and disease prevention strategies.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage and interact with diverse populations.
Empathy and the ability to provide culturally sensitive support to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Must be able to drive and travel throughout the Omaha metro area and surrounding counties.
Candidate must be a non-tobacco user.

Preferred Education:
Master's degree

If any degree/training is preferred, please specify the type:

Public Health, Community Health, Social Work, or related field

Preferred Experience:Preferred License:
No

If yes, what is the preferred licensure/certification?:Preferred Computer Applications:
Microsoft Access, SPSS

Preferred Other Computer Applications:Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Multilingual fluency (English + other languages)

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