At a Glance
- Tasks: Advocate for patients, communicate with clients and medical providers, and refer to resources.
- Company: Join a global nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals with health knowledge.
- Benefits: Gain valuable experience, develop skills, and make a real difference in people's lives.
- Other info: Flexible commitment of 5 hours weekly for 6 months to 1 year.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to improve health outcomes and support marginalized communities.
- Qualifications: Lawyer, solicitor, barrister, or paralegal qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Human Health Project is seeking a Volunteer Legal Patient Advocate. This role requires developing and implementing HHP’s training programme for patient advocates/navigators, as well as the education programme for patients. Human Health Project (HHP) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals increase their health knowledge through the sharing of health information. HHP collects, analyzes, and shares health information to empower and inform individuals to achieve better health outcomes. Our patient-centered approach enables patients and caregivers to choose treatments based on evidence-based clinical data as well as the cumulative knowledge of the HHP community. We envision a world where all people have the information, skills and opportunities to lead healthy lives.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a patient advocate
- Communicate effectively and professionally with clients, medical providers and solicitors/lawyers
- Refer patients to HHP resources as needed
- Be open to learning about how to work with marginalized communities
- Learn basics on Insurance policies and procedures
- Attend trainings
- Commit to a regular schedule
- Be knowledgeable of and abide by the HHP Confidentiality Policies and Procedures
Volunteers for this position should have excellent customer service, computer and communication skills. This role has a time requirement of a minimum of 5 hours weekly for a duration of 6 months - 1 year.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Lawyer, Solicitor, Barrister or paralegal qualification
- Adaptability when dealing with constantly changing processes, computer systems
- Exemplary critical thinking skills
- Proficient experience utilizing G Suite with emphasis on Google Docs and Sheets
- Exemplary communication skills, both orally and written, to a variety of individuals
- Ability to multitask
- Ability to function and make appropriate decisions in a fast-paced environment
Legal Patient Advocate employer: communityni.org - Jobboard
Human Health Project is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, dedicated to empowering individuals through health education. As a global nonprofit based in Belfast, we offer meaningful volunteer opportunities that not only enhance your professional skills but also allow you to make a tangible impact in the community. Join us to be part of a mission-driven team where your contributions help shape better health outcomes for marginalized communities.
Contact Details:
communityni.org - Jobboard Recruitment Team
