LSA Family Health Service · 11 hours ago
Community Coordinator
LSA Family Health Service is a community-based nonprofit in East Harlem dedicated to supporting diverse and immigrant families. The Community Coordinator will connect residents with essential health and social services, providing education, navigation, and advocacy to promote well-being in the community.
CharityEducationHealth CareNon ProfitSocial Assistance
Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted community partner connecting residents with vital health and social services, including housing supports, health access, and resources meeting their unique needs
Support residents through education, navigation, advocacy, and ongoing social support to promote health and well-being in the community
Engage residents at offices within affordable housing buildings and at LSA Family Health Service’s Center in East Harlem
Check on seniors who missed wellness visits and plan health fairs in collaboration with local health centers
Qualification
Required
A High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required
Must have a demonstrated commitment to social justice, health equity, and community empowerment
Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required for both individual encounters and public engagement with resident groups
Must have the ability to effectively manage participant caseloads
Able to travel between LSA's main Center and multiple housing buildings in East Harlem including navigating stairwells, elevators, and surrounding streets to meet with residents in offices, common areas, and occasionally in their homes
Experience working with database or electronic record systems is required
Preferred
Experience working with public or supportive housing populations is strongly preferred
Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or other languages spoken in the East Harlem community is highly desirable
Benefits
Health, dental and vision insurance.
A 403(b) retirement plan.
A generous time off policy including up to 12 personal, 15 vacation and 12 sick days per year in addition to paid holiday closures.
Company
LSA Family Health Service
LSA Family Health Service is a non-profit that works to fulfill basic needs such as food, healthcare, and education for vulnerable families.