Care Coordinator - Galena Park ISD (Bilingual: English/Spanish)
Benefits
- Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
- $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
- Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- And much more!
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Location: Galena Park Green Valley Elementary - 13350 Woodforest Blvd. Houston, TX 77015
Care Coordinator - Galena Park ISD (Bilingual: English/Spanish) - Job Overview
Schedule: Monday–Thursday: (7AM-4:15PM) and Friday (7AM-3PM)
At Legacy Community Health, we're on a mission to make a difference in the lives of students and families within Houston's school systems. As a School-Based Health Care Coordinator, you will be a vital part of our family, bringing health and social resources directly into the academic setting. Your role will be instrumental in:
- Empowering students and families with access to state-of-the-art health resources
- Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to revolutionize student support
- Leveraging digital tools for data-driven health care coordination
- Creating impactful change to enhance wellness and academic performance
- Contributing to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving community health
At Legacy, we believe in fostering a collaborative team environment where your passion for community health can truly shine. You'll have the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally, with support from mentors and colleagues who are as dedicated as you are to making a meaningful difference.
About Legacy Community Health
- Leading provider of community health services in Texas
- Committed to delivering high-quality, affordable health care
- Innovative programs that address diverse health needs
- Supportive work environment with growth opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package and loan repayment programs
Key Responsibilities
- Engage daily with students, parents, and guardians through innovative communication channels including phone, email, and face-to-face interactions
- Collaborate with the SBHC team and community organizations to execute a dynamic care plan enhanced by digital health summaries and action plans
- Integrate health information technology for proactive care delivery and continuous monitoring
- Facilitate seamless navigation across health, educational, and community systems for students and families
- Leverage data collection and analytics to connect students and families to community support resources efficiently
- Harness cultural and language assets to effectively address student and family needs
- Maintain compliance through meticulous care coordination documentation
- Innovate outreach strategies at school events to enhance service utilization
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory; post-hire completion of specialized training programs required
- Minimum of two years of experience within health care, schools, or community systems
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred; experience in care navigation or direct patient care is advantageous
- Strong organizational and communication skills with a focus on empathy and cultural humility
- Proficiency in digital health platforms and data documentation
- Experience with diverse populations and a collaborative team mindset
- Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is highly valued
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.