Patient Navigator Non Clinical

Overview

Job Title:

Patient Navigator Non Clinical

Location:

Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus

Department Name: NJ SNAP Navigator Grant

Req #:

Status:
Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $21.69 - $30.64 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate s educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The RWJBH Social Impact and Community Investment SICI SNAP Navigator will assist patients and community members with screening, providing eligibility information and enrollment regarding SNAP Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. The Navigator will provide services in RWJBH clinical spaces, outreach events, and with community partner organizations in the county/counties in which they are assigned. This role will operate in alignment with RWJBH s commitment to combatting food insecurity in the communities we serve.

We are looking for an enthusiastic team member who is passionate about making healthy food available for our neighbors in need. The SNAP Navigator will report to the SNAP Navigator Program Manager who reports to the SVP, Social Impact and Community Investment.

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Comprehension of food security/food access issues
• Individuals with experience in Public and/or Community Health are best suited for this job, however relevant work experience in benefits enrollment programs will also be considered
• Valid drivers license and vehicle, automobile/vehicle with valid insurance
• This position requires excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Solution-driven, self-motivated, empathetic
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred:

• Bilingual Spanish or Haitian Creole speaking preferred

• Receive referrals from clinical and non-clinical staff, community partners and through direct inquiries to screen and enroll individuals in SNAP benefits
• Assist in completion of new and renewal benefits applications on behalf of patients/community members
• Provide follow up assistance regarding status updates on completed applications
• Coordinate scheduling with community partner organizations to provide services
• Maintain and foster new relationships with partner organizations
• Participate in recurring state and partner organization led trainings to reach and maintain expertise in program eligibility requirements and application procedures
• Collect enrollment and additional data for monthly departmental and quarterly state reporting
• Flexibility to work event-based scheduling including occasional evenings and weekends

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer