Health Coach- Lend A Hand
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6 Full-time 3 hours ago Full Job Description Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health Coach (HC) to join our growing Lend a Hand program! Lend a Hand is a complex care management program embedded within the primary care setting.
As part of a multi-disciplinary care coordination team (RN and Social Worker), the Health Coach will work with patients throughout their participation in the program.
Beginning with the invitation outreach and initial follow-up telephone call, the Health Coach will work to introduce the program to eligible patients.
Then, throughout the continuum of Lend a Hand enrollment to discharge, the HC works closely with other Lend a Hand team members to create, monitor, and support patient-identified goals.
As a result, the relationship between the HC and the patient continues to develop.
It is unique in that the HC also represents a kind of peer support that patients often benefit from when working to improve health outcomes and navigate the health care system.
If you are passionate about improving the coordination of patient care and working as part of a patient-centered team - consider this position.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education:
High School Diploma preferred.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
License/Certifications:
Valid Maine Driver's License.
Health Coach certification preferred.
Experience:
2 years' working in a social service or health care setting or equivalent educational setting preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals and families who have complex social and clinical needs preferred.
Bilingual preferred.
Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity preferred.
Local community resident with good knowledge of the resources available in the community preferred.
Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills and ability to prioritize workload and to demonstrate flexible problem solving approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and abilities to respond to diverse needs from patients, families and employees.
Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image even under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must complete most duties with minimum direct supervision and demonstrate ability to collaborate with teams of individuals in diverse settings.
Ability to travel frequently to PCP practices and other sites where patients receive care.
Proficiency in computer use, internet and health information technology; knowledge of EPIC electronic medical record system preferred.
Additional Information MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes! MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.
MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group.
With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.
1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire.
Learn more about our system at mainehealth.
org At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow.
Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it.
We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members.
We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement.
Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.
Location:
MaineHealth MHMG Lend A Hand Schedule:
Full Time, Day Shift, 40.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
6 Full-time 3 hours ago Full Job Description Position Summary We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health Coach (HC) to join our growing Lend a Hand program! Lend a Hand is a complex care management program embedded within the primary care setting.
As part of a multi-disciplinary care coordination team (RN and Social Worker), the Health Coach will work with patients throughout their participation in the program.
Beginning with the invitation outreach and initial follow-up telephone call, the Health Coach will work to introduce the program to eligible patients.
Then, throughout the continuum of Lend a Hand enrollment to discharge, the HC works closely with other Lend a Hand team members to create, monitor, and support patient-identified goals.
As a result, the relationship between the HC and the patient continues to develop.
It is unique in that the HC also represents a kind of peer support that patients often benefit from when working to improve health outcomes and navigate the health care system.
If you are passionate about improving the coordination of patient care and working as part of a patient-centered team - consider this position.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Education:
High School Diploma preferred.
Bachelor's Degree preferred.
License/Certifications:
Valid Maine Driver's License.
Health Coach certification preferred.
Experience:
2 years' working in a social service or health care setting or equivalent educational setting preferred.
Demonstrated ability to work with individuals and families who have complex social and clinical needs preferred.
Bilingual preferred.
Sensitivity to cultural and ethnic diversity preferred.
Local community resident with good knowledge of the resources available in the community preferred.
Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills and ability to prioritize workload and to demonstrate flexible problem solving approach.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and abilities to respond to diverse needs from patients, families and employees.
Familiarity with medical terminology preferred.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image even under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must complete most duties with minimum direct supervision and demonstrate ability to collaborate with teams of individuals in diverse settings.
Ability to travel frequently to PCP practices and other sites where patients receive care.
Proficiency in computer use, internet and health information technology; knowledge of EPIC electronic medical record system preferred.
Additional Information MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in 2022 by Forbes! MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.
MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group.
With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis and treatment to 1.
1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire.
Learn more about our system at mainehealth.
org At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow.
Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it.
We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care team members.
We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring and continuous improvement.
Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.
Location:
MaineHealth MHMG Lend A Hand Schedule:
Full Time, Day Shift, 40.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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