Refugee Health Navigator

Requisition ID: req51798

Job Title: Refugee Health Navigator

Sector: Health

Employment Category: Regular

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: USD 22.23 – 24.75 Hourly

Location: Missoula, MT USA

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Job Description

• Implement health programs and coordinate activities for the Refugee Health Promotion Grant
• Assist refugees in navigating the U.S. healthcare system and educate refugees about various healthcare topics
• Improve existing relationships and generate new partnerships with local organizations to create a community that is more educated about refugee health and mental health and providing culturally competent care
• Conduct initial health assessments, coordinate health intakes to be completed within 30 days after arrival and coordinate health screening follow-up appointments and referrals
• Ensure that refugees in Missoula can have their healthcare needs addressed and that families have guidance and support as they work towards long-term health and self-sufficiency
• Complete health-related case notes
• Track outcomes, collect and analyze data, and comply with the monitoring and reporting to the program funder
• Participate in program meetings, staff development activities, and general office operations and support
• Transport clients to appointments
• Other related duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Health Promotion or Social Work or equivalent education.
• Minimum 2-4 years of work experience in health care, health education, or administration; preferably with diverse/refugee population
• Familiar with Medicaid, US health care system, and refugee health needs/issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment and with limited-English speakers
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member
• Strong computer skill with proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook); experience working in databases helpful
• Well-organized with proven ability to prioritize duties and manage time effectively
• Commitment to the IRC mission and core values
• Valid driver’s license, current insurance and access to reliable transportation required. Ability to lift 50lbs.

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and ‘field’ time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.
• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.