Erie Family Health Center
Birthing Families Navigator
Erie Family Health Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Details
Job Location Erie Sankofa Village Health Center - 4305 W. Madison - Chicago, IL
Salary Range $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Description
Erie Family Health Centers is proud to announce the opening of a new health center within the Sankofa Village Wellness Center , a cornerstone of the larger Sankofa Wellness Village development at the corner of Madison and Kildare in West Garfield Park (opening in early 2026) . This innovative wellness village represents a transformative community investment, bringing together healthcare, housing, and community services under one vision. The Wellness Center itself will be a state-of-the-art facility providing comprehensive, affordable healthcare services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health, to patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors.
As part of Erie's commitment to health equity, this center will serve all community members regardless of insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay. Join our mission-driven team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and innovative environment dedicated to improving community wellness.
Erie Family Health Centers, a nationally recognized top workplace with 13 sites in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Case Management Department! The Birthing Families Navigator works with medical providers and care teams to identify potential clients, assist, and deliver supportive services to clients. The Birthing Families Navigator's role includes outreach, advocacy, assessments, care plans, referrals, home visitation as needed, and documentation in funder data management system and electronic health record.
At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie employees are eligible for Erie's Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee's biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement.
*Compensation is based on each candidate's experience, skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.
Main Duties & Responsibilities Provides services including coordination of primary care (prenatal, post-partum, and/or pediatric care) and social services, outreach, face-to-face follow ups, risk assessments completion, referrals, home visitation as needed, and track clients' appointments failures. Collaborates with fellow Birthing Families Navigators to provide constant floor coverage so as to ensure productive presence of a Birthing Families Navigator throughout the day. Collaborates with client's provider and care team. Displays familiarity and knowledge of the care plan of each client and facilitates referrals and follow-up process. Displays excellence in customer relations. Completes monthly reports as assigned. Qualifications
Education
Required:
Associate's degree in social work, child development, community health, or related field required. Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in social work, child development, community health, or related field preferred. Experience:
Preferred:
A minimum of two years' work experience in health, social or community services preferred. Skills and Knowledge
Required:
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish) is required depending on the Erie site and/or population served. (May be required to assist or work with non-English/Spanish-only speaking patients and/or guests.) Local travel required, valid Illinois driver's license and automobile insurance also required. Preferred:
Cultural competency to work in a low income, minority environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and trust from clients. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, clients, and community partners. Ability to work well individually and as part of a team. Record keeping methods, practices, and procedures. The Erie Advantage Pledge
WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST
Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:
Our mission, vision, and values unite us. Our voices matter. We do things well. Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging. We find our career sweet spot at Erie.
Job Location Erie Sankofa Village Health Center - 4305 W. Madison - Chicago, IL
Salary Range $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Description
Erie Family Health Centers is proud to announce the opening of a new health center within the Sankofa Village Wellness Center , a cornerstone of the larger Sankofa Wellness Village development at the corner of Madison and Kildare in West Garfield Park (opening in early 2026) . This innovative wellness village represents a transformative community investment, bringing together healthcare, housing, and community services under one vision. The Wellness Center itself will be a state-of-the-art facility providing comprehensive, affordable healthcare services, including medical, dental, and behavioral health, to patients of all ages, from newborns to seniors.
As part of Erie's commitment to health equity, this center will serve all community members regardless of insurance status, immigration status, or ability to pay. Join our mission-driven team in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and innovative environment dedicated to improving community wellness.
Erie Family Health Centers, a nationally recognized top workplace with 13 sites in Chicago and suburbs, is looking for a valuable addition to our Case Management Department! The Birthing Families Navigator works with medical providers and care teams to identify potential clients, assist, and deliver supportive services to clients. The Birthing Families Navigator's role includes outreach, advocacy, assessments, care plans, referrals, home visitation as needed, and documentation in funder data management system and electronic health record.
At Erie, we are proud to provide competitive salaries, high-quality health care plans, generous time off benefits, retirement benefits, and more! Erie employees are eligible for Erie's Full Benefits Package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible Spending (FSA) for Health Care or Childcare. Retirement Programs: 401(k) program with Erie matching $0.50 for every $1.00 up to the first 5% of the employee's biweekly salary. Annual Paid Time Off: starting at 15 days of PTO, and 8 paid holidays. Competitive salary, annual merit increases, plus room for growth and career advancement.
*Compensation is based on each candidate's experience, skills and education within the range identified for the role. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role will start at entry in the range. Any additional skills, experience and education will be reflected in the compensation offered.
Main Duties & Responsibilities Provides services including coordination of primary care (prenatal, post-partum, and/or pediatric care) and social services, outreach, face-to-face follow ups, risk assessments completion, referrals, home visitation as needed, and track clients' appointments failures. Collaborates with fellow Birthing Families Navigators to provide constant floor coverage so as to ensure productive presence of a Birthing Families Navigator throughout the day. Collaborates with client's provider and care team. Displays familiarity and knowledge of the care plan of each client and facilitates referrals and follow-up process. Displays excellence in customer relations. Completes monthly reports as assigned. Qualifications
Education
Required:
Associate's degree in social work, child development, community health, or related field required. Preferred:
Bachelor's degree in social work, child development, community health, or related field preferred. Experience:
Preferred:
A minimum of two years' work experience in health, social or community services preferred. Skills and Knowledge
Required:
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office required. Bilingual fluency (English/Spanish) is required depending on the Erie site and/or population served. (May be required to assist or work with non-English/Spanish-only speaking patients and/or guests.) Local travel required, valid Illinois driver's license and automobile insurance also required. Preferred:
Cultural competency to work in a low income, minority environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality and trust from clients. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers, clients, and community partners. Ability to work well individually and as part of a team. Record keeping methods, practices, and procedures. The Erie Advantage Pledge
WORKING TOGETHER FOR WHAT MATTERS MOST
Erie makes a pledge that all current and future employees can feel confident that:
Our mission, vision, and values unite us. Our voices matter. We do things well. Our inclusive culture promotes balance and belonging. We find our career sweet spot at Erie.