Hopewell Center is looking for a Health Advocate to support adults receiving Group Home Services. This position helps coordinate healthcare appointments, provides transportation and advocacy, communicates important healthcare information, and makes sure needed follow-up stays on track.This is not a licensed or certified Medical Assistant position. You do not need to be a nurse or Medical Assistant to be successful in this role.What You’ll DoAs a Health Advocate, you’ll help connect the pieces of each person’s healthcare. You will:Schedule and coordinate medical, dental, and other healthcare appointments.Transport and accompany individuals to appointments, helping them communicate their questions, concerns, and preferences.Prepare appointment information and make sure provider instructions, new orders, and follow-up needs get back to the appropriate team members.Track referrals, testing, appointments, and other healthcare follow-up to help make sure nothing gets missed.Review and monitor electronic medication records for complete and accurate information.Communicate with healthcare providers, families or guardians, the Residential RN, and other Hopewell team members.Maintain accurate and confidential healthcare documentation.Help individuals understand and participate in their healthcare decisions while supporting dignity, choice, and independence.Administer medications when assigned and after completing required training and certification.Provide direct support as needed and participate in the Residential Services on-call rotation as assigned.
