Social Determinants of Health Coordinator

Social Determinants of Health Coordinator
Population Health-SDOH

The Social Determinants of Health Coordinator will:
  • Conduct screenings of patients related to social determinants of health/health equity and provide resources to meet their needs.
  • Serve as a resource to Department/Committee Chairmen and department managers.
  • Analyze information provided by internal sources and external agencies and assist in the assessment of anticipated impact of external regulations/guidance to social determinants of health.
  • Initiate/update programs and workgroups to advance the adoption of social determinants of health mindset across the organization
  • Coordinate the data collection and process redesign to assess program opportunities and planning for advancement and growth
  • In collaboration with the department director, educate staff about social determinants of health and areas for improvement
  • Collaborate with local and national agencies, healthcare systems, community support and interest groups to design social determinants of health program and engage in meaningful partnerships to better the care of patients
  • Assist director as requested in preparation of regular or special reports, and/or other special studies/assignments
  • Participate in other committees which are involved in review and monitoring of patient care as requested by director


Requirements:
  • BA in public health or social sciences
  • Prior experience in population health/outreach preferred
  • Knowledge of population health and health equity concepts.
  • Work independently and relate to various groups of professionals.
  • Analyze data to identify patterns/trends.
  • Prepare statistical summaries.
  • Tolerate long periods of intense concentration. Ability to be objective, tactful, and discrete.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Possess interpersonal skills to interact effectively with other departments and establish rapport with staff members across the organization.
  • Ability to speak Spanish strongly preferred.


Grade 121