Community Health Coach, RHSO
National University Health System
- Singapore
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Perform health and social screening to identify health needs of residents.
- Develop a personalised health plan to coach / support resident in achieving health and wellness goals.
- Address challenges residents faced in achieving health promoting behaviours and lifestyle.
- Document and maintain accurate records of residents' progress in achieving their health goals.
- Escalate care gaps/issues to community nurses.
- Collaborate with community nurses or Community Health Managers to support residents in achieving their health plan and goals.
- Assist residents in navigating the social and health systems.
- Escalate complex health and social needs following the escalation matrix
- Provide basic Patient and Family Education for wellness and disease prevention.
- Perform preventive health screening for residents in the Western region.
- Participate in health promotion events and activities e.g health talks
- Diploma/Advance Diploma qualification or certifications relevant to healthcare industry is required.
- Working experience in the healthcare industry is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of various community services and support in the community setting will be an advantage.
- Able to work in a team and independently.
- Strong communication and social engagement capabilities especially with older adults in the community
- Strong organizational, coordination, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in computer skills and Microsoft Office
- Ability to converse in local dialects is preferred.