Public Health Navigator
5789 - Public Health Navigator
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Salary Grade: 6
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $20.10 - $23.62 Per Hour
Full Range: $20.10- $27.14 Per Hour
Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification.
The Pima County Health Department is looking for a compassionate person to join our team as a Public Health Navigator. In this role, you will serve as a vital connection between individuals, families, and the health and social services they need. Your main responsibility will be to help underserved populations gain access to care, health education, and community resources, with a focus on reducing health disparities within Pima County.
This position requires collaboration with healthcare professionals, social service agencies, and community organizations to address obstacles to care and enhance health outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be working with diverse populations and advocating for individuals who face language, cultural, or economic barriers. Knowledge of community resources and public health practices is important, along with compassion, patience, and cultural sensitivity.
This is a grant-funded position ending December 2027.
The first review of applications will be on 10/11/2024.
Duties/Responsibilities
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department’s need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
- Works with participants to set healthcare goals and collaborates with care teams to achieve goals;
- Maintains written and/or electronic client records documenting client history, vital information, and services provided to program participants;
- Makes presentations to community interest groups on program-related topics;
- Assists public health professionals from the department and from the community in health navigation and reducing disparities in the community;
- Refers to internal or external case management services when other issues are identified (i.e., hunger issues, domestic violence issues, etc.);
- Acts as a department representative and subject matter expert to assigned program(s);
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships and coordinates program activities with various stakeholders;
- Assists with program reports as required by Program Manager or funders;
- Assists with the development and dissemination of public information specific to assigned programs;
- Assists in program evaluation activities such as conducting surveys, facilitating focus groups, hosting stakeholder meetings, and gathering data;
- Communicates and effectively interacts with people of diverse and complex cultures.
Minimum Qualifications
(1) A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a major in healthcare administration, public health, public or business administration or a related field as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment and one year of Public Health experience.
(Relevant experience and/or education from an accredited college or university may be substituted.)
OR
(2) Four years in a Public Health Aide, Community Health Worker, Health Educator, or other closely related role as determined by the Department Head.
Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see resume" on your application.
Preferred Qualifications: (Be specific in describing your experience in your application. Ensure the descriptions provided illustrate your competencies, specifically addressing the required and preferred qualifications.):
- Minimum one (1) year experience conducting community outreach and education.
- Minimum six (6) months experience participating in community groups, coalitions, or community member meetings.
- Experience working with health professionals, healthcare clinics, and healthcare plans.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish).
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