AmeriCorps Member- Outreach and Enrollment Specialist

Do you have an interest in gaining valuable experience in the Healthcare Industry?

Legacy Community Health is hiring immediately for Outreach and Enrollment Specialists through our partnership with the AmeriCorps Program. AmeriCorps is a Federal Program that connects Americans with Community Services in Health, Public Safety, etc.

Must commit to completing the 1700-hour requirement by August 31, 2025. There is a bi-weekly stipend.

If you are seeking Full Time / Permanent positions only, please check out our Legacy Openings on our Careers Page. This is a Temporary Position; Eligible for renewal for future AmeriCorps sessions.

Located at the Montrose Allen Parkway office at 2929 Allen Parkway, Houston, TX 77019.

Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities.

About the Position

Represents Legacy Community Health at community events, promoting accessible healthcare services. Helps form enduring partnerships with local organizations to strengthen community ties and improve healthcare accessibility. Assists patients with follow-up services to sustain these relationships and ensure continued healthcare support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide education to community members on available healthcare programs and services at Legacy Community Health.
• Form relationships with local community organizations to bridge gaps in care for Legacy patients and foster stronger connections between Legacy and the communities served.
• Assist patients in addressing financial barriers to receiving primary and preventative healthcare services through community outreach and enrollment into health insurance affordability programs such as Medicaid and the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
• Connect patients to primary and preventative appointment scheduling services.
• Host outreach events to promote healthcare access in underserved community areas.
• Provide follow-up services to patients to ensure that their healthcare needs are being met.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

In addition to the activities above, all Legacy Community Health Corps Members will :

Nonessential Functions : Legacy Community Health Corps Members may have opportunities to engage in the following activities :

About Legacy Community Health

Legacy Community Health is a premium, Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive care to community members regardless of their ability to pay. Our goal is to treat the entire patient while improving their overall wellness and quality of life.

Requirements

Legacy Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

Apply today.

Our short application process takes less than 3 minutes on your phone, tablet or computer.

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