Part-Time Community Health Navigator

Community Health Navigator (Part-Time) Job Description

Reports To :  Program Director

Department :  AHI Programs

About Afghan Health Initiative

Afghan Health Initiative (AHI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering immigrant and refugee communities through culturally and linguistically appropriate social services, educational support, and health and wellness resources. We strive to foster equitable access to opportunities that promote health, well-being, and economic growth. Our mission is guided by a deep commitment to community-centered care, cultural humility, and building trust with the people we serve.

Position Overview

The Community Health Navigator (CHN) supports Afghan families in navigating healthcare systems, accessing culturally responsive services, and strengthening their overall wellbeing. This role blends direct service, community education, and systems partnership work to ensure families receive the care, information, and support they need.

The CHN also serves as a bridge between the community and healthcare systems; stewarding partnerships with healthcare providers, clinics, and agencies to strengthen coordination of care, improve cultural responsiveness, and ensure equitable access to services.

This position embodies AHI’s commitment to ensuring that every person can navigate care confidently and that providers have the tools and understanding to meet communities where they are.

Key Responsibilities

1. Direct Support & Navigation

• Provide warm, relationship-based navigation to help families access healthcare, prenatal and postpartum care, behavioral health services, benefits, and community resources.
• Support Afghan women in understanding and accessing prenatal, postpartum, and early childhood care.
• Offer in-home support as needed, including conducting basic environmental assessments and connecting families with appropriate follow-up services.

2. Health Systems & Partnerships

3. Lead & Environmental Health Education

4. Train-the-Trainer & Capacity Building

5. Program Coordination & Reporting

6. Program Integration and Growth

Additional Duties

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Work Environment & Schedule

This is a part-time in person, 20-hour per week position based at AHI’s office in Covington, WA. Standard office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, with flexibility required for some evenings and weekends.

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate : $23.33–$27.50

Benefits :

Equal Opportunity

Afghan Health Initiative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.