Community Health Specialist
Current● Provide substance use/abuse educational information for patients andfamilies.● Promote programs and services for families, and provide health care andsocial information that encourages self-improvement.● Assess the patient's needs, and develop a care plan for intervention.● Engage in ongoing follow-ups with patients and/or service providers.● Follow-up with each patient from initial identification through case closureand beyond.● Serve as part of the patient’s care and support team.● Establish professional and respectful relationships with patients, families,and other interdepartmental team members.● Provide direct case management services to address specific issuesaffecting patients’ health risks or health status.● Complete documentation and data entry as needed ensuring all patientinformation is kept confidential.