CoordinatorReq #:0000150013

Category:Clerical / Administrative Support

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJ New Brunswick

Department:LGBTQ Wellness Program

Location:

Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Overview:

The LGBTQ+ Coordinator /Navigator coordinates all aspects of the day to day operations and outreach, serving the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender patients. This role will have a heavy focus on Navigation Services to the Transgender community as it relates to gender affirmation health care and gender affirmation surgeries. The duties include coordinating patient access/care to the PROUD Centers, patient relations, and outreach to the Community.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Strong background in working with the LGBTQ+ community with special emphasis on access to primary and specialist care for the health of the LGBTQ+ Community

• Strong background on Transgender Affirming Healthcare

• 1-3 years of experience working with and strong understanding of the needs of LGBTQ+ patients,

• At least one year with a focus on Transgender patients

• Experience with and strong understanding of the needs of transgender patients including but not limited to behavioral health, hormone replacement therapies and gender reassignment surgeries

• Appreciation and knowledge of cultural diversity and sensitivity

• Appreciation and knowledge of Diversity and Inclusion

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Computer literate, including email, MSWord, Outlook,

• Maturity, good judgment, accuracy and attention to detail

• Flexibility and ability to work as a team player required

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day shift

• Rotating weekends and holidays may be required

• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Serve as a resource, consultant and liaison to the PROUD Center

• Manage Gender Affirming Surgery Navigation services

• Develop and present campus-wide presentations on relevant healthcare topics

• Provide trainings on transgender healthcare

• Provide educational resource materials to individuals and groups

• Plan, coordinate, and assess programs and activities as they pertain to the success and development of the PROUD Center,

• Assist in the development of policies and procedures, newsletters, brochures, web pages, etc, that can be used to promote diversity, inclusion, and the PROUD Center

• Lead, encourage, and work cooperatively with Hospital departments, Administration, and staff to improve healthcare for the LGBTQ+ Community

• Represent the PROUD Center to the public and work to increase awareness of the organization

• Provide healthcare navigation to the LGBTQ+ patients seeking care at the PROUD Gender Center

• Provide LGBTQ+ cultural sensitivity training to groups in the community

• Participate in meetings related to the PROUD Gender Center and Diversity and Inclusion programs at RWJUH

• Compile data and complete forms as required for program to reflect the day to day Operations of the PROUD Gender Center

• May conduct intake/ assessment interviews, with oversight from the Clinicians

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer