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At AmeriHealth Caritas, we are passionate about helping people get care, stay well and build healthy communities. As one of the nations leaders in health care solutions, we offer our associates the opportunity to impact the lives of millions of people through our national footprint of products, services and award-winning programs. AmeriHealth Caritas is seeking talented, passionate individuals to join our team. Together we can build healthier communities. If you want to make a difference, we would like to hear you.
Headquartered in Newtown Square, AmeriHealth Caritas is a mission-driven organization with more than 30 years of experience. We deliver comprehensive, outcomes-driven care to those who need it most. We offer integrated managed care products, pharmaceutical benefit management and specialty pharmacy services, behavioral health services, and other administrative services.
Discover more about us at www.amerihealthcaritas.com.
Reponsibilities:
As part of the community outreach function, the Community Health Navigator supports the development of and executes on the outreach strategy in a certain territory for the purposes of impacting health outcomes, health care costs, and member engagement. This position is responsible for establishing and cultivating relationships with community stakeholders and providers, implementing and managing community events and education programs, and engaging a group of select members in that territory.
Member outreach:
- Establishes connection and acts as the primary ACFC contact to a targeted member population, including some high-risk members, through home visits and outreach calls.
- Exercises judgment and discretion in the coordination of care by handling basic care follow up tasks and collaborating with AmeriHealth Caritas care management teams, community based health care providers, and other organizations.
- Informs members of the required actions to fulfill HEDIS, EPSDT, and Plan requirements and other referred outreach, through phone calls or home visits, and encourages them to comply.
- Assists in addressing members' barriers to care and to encourage/foster relationships with their medical/dental providers (medical/dental homes).
Education/Experience:
- Associate's Degree in Health Care, Human Services or a related field or equivalent work experience.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
- Minimum of 2 years health care experience in an office/clinic/hospital setting or human services experience.
- Community based care experience preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology and disease processes.
- Ability to effectively communicate preventive health and health management philosophies to member's and agencies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Medicaid requirements and plan, policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of managed care.
- 50% of time will be spent traveling.
- Lifting premium give-aways and educational materials.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
At AmeriHealth Caritas, everyone can feel valued, supported, and comfortable to be themselves. Our commitment to equity means that all associates have a fair opportunity to achieve their full potential. We put these principles into action every day by acting with integrity and respect. We stand together to speak out against injustice and to break down barriers to support a more inclusive and equitable workplace. Celebrating and embracing the diverse thoughts and perspectives that make up our workforce means our company is more vibrant, innovative, and better able to support the people and communities we serve.
We keep our associates happy so they can focus on keeping our members healthy.
Our Comprehensive Benefits Package
Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays and volunteer events, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents on Day 1, 401(k) Tuition reimbursement and more.
