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Join Legacy Community Health as a Health Advocate Student Intern!

Embark on a transformative journey from August 22nd to December 6th, as you play a pivotal role in driving healthy change across our dedicated community clinics in Houston, Texas. Experience firsthand the vibrant synergy within Legacy Community Health's collaborative environment, where innovation and creativity are the cornerstones of our mission.

As a Health Advocate Intern, you'll provide impactful case management services, focusing on the social determinants of health and facilitating meaningful connections between patients and vital community resources. By documenting endeavors in the sophisticated REACH client management database, your work will echo across our diverse communities, ensuring health equity and advocacy at every step.

This is more than an internship; it's a chance to contribute to a healthcare ecosystem that values growth, community, and the development of innovative solutions to contemporary health challenges.

Core Responsibilities

• Devote over 8 hours per week to volunteer advocacy over a semester, immersing yourself in community service.
• Screen and evaluate clients' needs related to social determinants of health, employing cutting-edge tools and methodologies.
• Conduct real-time research to provide optimal referrals and connections to essential social service resources.
• Collaborate with families to craft effective plans for accessible service connections and overcome linkage barriers.
• Maintain professional and accessible communication that aligns with Legacy's values when following up on client plans.

Essential Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency, especially English/Spanish, is preferred, though proficiency in any language is a plus.
• Current enrollment in a post-secondary program at an affiliated university is essential, or ability to facilitate affiliation documentation if not currently partnered.
• Educational pursuit in fields such as Health Care, Social Work, Nonprofit Management, Sociology, Public Health, or related areas is beneficial.
• Preferred background in community service, employment, or coursework related to health and economic disparities, and social justice issues.
• Ability to meet the EPIC proficiency standards set by Legacy Community Health.

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.

Core Employee Expectations

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.

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