CS- Patient Care Navigator- WCCW

Full-Time, Permanent

Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW)

Gig Harbor, WA

Monday-Friday 0700- 1530

The Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Corrections Specialist 2
- Patient Care Navigator for the Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW) located in Gig Harbor, Washington.

The Goal of the Patient Care Navigator is to provide outreach and education services for identified high risk members. This position requires strong interpersonal skills to make connections and building relationships with vulnerable populations. The Care Navigator works collaboratively with the Care Manager, RN, nursing staff, the primary care provider and patient service representatives with the purpose of making the critical linages to health information/ services and assists with care coordination.

The Patient Care Navigator is flexible and willing to work in a dynamic and evolving role according to individual patient and program demands, has strong verbal/ written communication skills, and strong organizational skills. To work with the patient and their clinic team to eliminate barriers to necessary medical care including timely screening, diagnosis, treatment and supportive care.

The Washington Corrections Center for Women (WCCW) is a 62.6-acre facility located approximately two miles from Gig Harbor. The site includes living units, administration buildings, a health clinic, education buildings, a gymnasium, a chapel, industries buildings, food service buildings and support facilities.

Correctional Health is a rewarding career path at DOC, in which health care professionals treat a wide array of cases for patients residing in a state correctional facility. Health Services is responsible for basic primary care for incarcerated individuals. All disciplines within all of the 12 correctional facilities work closely together to reach a common goal, providing the best, most efficient, and cost-effective health care possible.

Emphasis is placed on early identification of health concerns, care for acute and chronic health problems, and preventive care.

If you've read this far, it is clear you have a desire to make a difference in public service. A completed application packet will include and IS

REQUIRED:

• A detailed resume.
• A cover letter regarding your interest and outlining your qualifications.
• Three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The hiring authority reserves the right to offer the position at any time during the recruitment process. It is to the applicant's advantage to apply as early as possible.

*** This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacant positions

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