AmeriCorps - Prevention Coordinator
Benefits
- Biweekly Living Stipend: $760.00
- Education Award: $7,395.00
- Meaningful Community Health Experience
- And much more!
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Job Overview
Unlock the Potential of Community Health
Join Legacy Community Health, where innovation meets impact. As an AmeriCorps Prevention Coordinator, you will play a crucial role in guiding patients through complex healthcare systems, both within Legacy and with external providers. Your focus will be on breaking down barriers to cancer prevention and care by emphasizing the importance of screenings, vaccinations, and comprehensive healthcare services. This role will be based at our LMA location (2929 Allen Pkwy, Houston, TX 77019).
- Role Highlights: Be the catalyst in improving community access to cancer prevention.
- Work Environment Benefits: Engage with a supportive team dedicated to community wellness.
- Impact and Growth Opportunities: Access to ongoing professional development, with potential pathways in healthcare services.
- Mission-driven Elements: Directly contribute to life-changing health outcomes for diverse populations.
- Team Collaboration Aspects: Work closely with healthcare providers and administrative teams to ensure patient success.
About Legacy Community Health
- Legacy Community Health is a leader in both innovation and providing quality, community-focused healthcare.
- Our mission centers on creating healthier communities through access to comprehensive healthcare services.
- Enjoy a dynamic work environment that fosters growth, collaboration, and impactful community service.
Key Responsibilities
- Motivate and encourage patients through phone contact to complete preventive cancer screenings.
- Facilitate timely completion of screenings for colorectal, breast, and cervical cancer, as well as HPV vaccinations.
- Provide appointment reminders and follow-up communications with patients.
- Coordinate and confirm medical appointments, collaborating with Legacy and community providers.
- Enter detailed notes into Electronic Health Records after each client interaction.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team to provide cohesive and integrated healthcare services.
- Maintain project communication and updates with Site Directors and Contact Centers.
- Track and report on BI process and outcome data for key projects.
- Compile monthly statistics and required reports with precision.
- Foster positive relationships with Providers, Site Directors, Managers, and Care Teams.
- Maintain patient confidentiality as per HIPAA regulations, demonstrating discretion with sensitive information.
- Exhibit professionalism, composure under pressure, and accountability in all work commitments.
- Perform other duties as assigned, supporting a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED required.
- No prior experience necessary, but a passion for community health is essential.
- Exceptional communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to effectively multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills with a detail-oriented mindset.
- Proficient in typing and computer operations.
- Capable of managing multiple deadlines with efficiency.
- Bilingual/Spanish fluency is preferred, enhancing communication with a broader patient base.
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.
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