Community Resource Specialist - Boston, United States - East Boston Neighborhood Health Center

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    Full time
    Description
    Community Resource Specialist
    Full time, Benefit Eligible
    Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm and includes flexibility based on dept needs
    Bilingual (English/Spanish)


    The Community Resource Specialist will perform a wide variety of administrative and support activities to support the Care Navigation team in addressing social determinants of health needs. The Community Resource and Wellness Center supports community members with accessing basic needs such as rental assistance, food access, legal/immigration resources, domestic violence resources, and other financial supports. These functions will enable the Community Resource and Wellness Center to provide patient services efficiently and improve delivery of care. Duties will include phone intake and triage, scheduling and coordination of onsite programs such as food pantry, clothing and car seat drives. The Community Resource Specialist will also support the team with updating community resource flyers for patients, maintaining the resource database, and connecting with community-based organizations to collaborate and share resources.

    Education
    • High School diploma or equivalent. Associates preferred

    Experience
    • 2 years of customer service experience. Priority is given to those who have lived experience and reside in the communities we serve

    Skills/Abilities
    • Bilingual Spanish. Competence in Microsoft Office Positive attitude and work ethic. Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management