Public health nurse Jobs in Lynn, MA

Facilitates and advocates for client access to services that provide basic needs, education, housing, health care, legal and counseling assistance.

Conducts home visits to assess the needs of families and provides services in collaboration with public health nurses and other service providers.

Develops a Family Service Plan and intervention strategies for each client and family served by the program.

Delivers services according to established advocacy and case management protocols.

Maintains accurate, legible and current documentation.

Meets regularly with Supervisor for consultation and evaluation of Family Service Plans.

Provides client teaching and training on how to access community resources.

Works collaboratively with clinical provider at the primary care sites through participation in case conferences.

Implements outreach strategies to engage clients in community based services.

Performs other duties as required.

This job description is based on the Public Health Advocate Series. May be required to perform any and all duties and

responsibilities of a Public Health Advocate 1, as set forth in the BPHC Public Health Advocate Series.

High school diploma or GED required. Licenses, certifications or program specific experience may be required by grant or program needs.

Experience in health care, public health or social service field preferred. Home visiting or family work experience preferred. Demonstrated experience or

related requirements as established by the program may be needed.

Experience in community outreach / case management activities a plus. Knowledge and experience in maternal and child health. Good knowledge of interviewing techniques. Demonstrated cultural competence with diverse ethnic, cultural and socio-economic groups.

Must have knowledge of local community organizations, the courts and government agencies.

Good organizational skills with the ability to develop time lines, meet deadlines and be self-directed.

PC skills preferred. Good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Bilingual fluency preferred.

Valid MA driver's license and daily access to vehicle preferred.