The Engagement Specialist is a key member of Zócalo Health’s team, responsible for connecting with members to ensure they receive access to the care and services they need.
In Short
Conduct in-person outreach attempts for members identified by health plan eligibility lists.
Complete Athena documentation for outreach attempts.
Schedule intake appointments and assist with the completion of required forms.
Attend outreach events and professionally represent Zócalo Health to community members and partners.
Build and maintain relationships with community coalitions, CPI collaboratives, and other stakeholders.
Document all outreach attempts and outcomes in Athena and the appropriate trackers.
Assist in sending patient mailers and making follow-up calls to leads generated from community events.
Represent Zócalo Health at community coalition meetings and collaborative events.
Ensure professional, consistent messaging and build trust with community stakeholders.
Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
Requirements
Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in healthcare, community outreach, or a related field.
Experience in engaging with diverse communities and providing culturally sensitive communication.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and connect with patients and community partners.
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Comfortable with technology and proficient in using electronic health records (Athena experience preferred).
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
Access to reliable transportation for in-person outreach and events.