Health Advocate

Ready for a life-changing career where every day brings new possibilities? The Arc Oneida-Lewis, a pioneer in championing individuals with disabilities, invites you to step into the role of a Health Advocate!

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Arc, Oneida-Lewis Chapter is seeking to add a Health Advocate to our Nursing Services Team! In this role one would be responsible to act as a liaison between healthcare providers, the people we support, families, Residential Services and nursing. They will provide transportation, healthcare advocacy, follow-up on appointments, and quality direct support/care to individuals who reside in an Arc residence on medical appointments.

Oneida County

Responsibilities:

• -Schedule appointments as directed for various disciplines including primary care, dentist, eye doctor, clinics,  laboratory (blood work), audiologists, and other specialists.
• -Ensure all appointments are logged in Therap and on the house calendar(s).
• -Complete health care report information completely, prior to the appointment.
• -Return health care report to the IRA, filling out necessary consultation sheets for appointments and ensuring they are delivered to the proper people.
• -Follow-up on any medication orders to include posting the medication and related requirements.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED/CNA licensure.
• At least one year experience working with people with intellectual and other disabilities preferred
• Valid NYS Driver's License, with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to attend Arc Oneida-Lewis Chapters' orientation in its entirety.

The Arc firmly believes in and subscribes to fair employment practices and opens its facilities to every qualified person. In all employment practices, and related decisions, we are committed to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military status, domestic violence victim status, non-job related conviction record, Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.