Cultural Health Navigator - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Centers (5 days per week; 8:30a-5:00p; Mon-Fri)

Cultural Health Navigator - Language Access - UH Truman Medical Centers

University Health is seeking a Cultural Health Navigator (CHN) to support equitable healthcare access for refugee, immigrant, and underserved communities. In this vital role, you'll help patients overcome cultural and linguistic barriers by providing interpretation, navigation support, and resource connection to ensure access to care and community services.

You'll play a central role in promoting health equity, screening for social needs, and guiding Black, Hispanic, and uninsured populations through healthcare systems with empathy, cultural understanding, and personalized support.

What You'll Need:

• Associate's degree or equivalent education/experience
• Proficient in English and a key refugee/immigrant language
• At least 1 year of healthcare interpretation experience (preferred)
• Successful completion of Bridging the Gap, JCCC, SBA, or equivalent
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills
• Deep understanding of immigrant/refugee cultural, social, and economic needs
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• High empathy, strong self-awareness, and a passion for community impact

Preferred Qualifications:

• Community Health Worker and/or National Healthcare Interpreter Certification
• Proven ability to build trust and navigate diverse community relationships

Why Join Us? Empower vulnerable communities Shape a more inclusive healthcare system Be a voice and a guide for those who need it most