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How much do internship patient advocate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship patient advocate in the United States is $20.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an internship patient advocate?

An Internship Patient Advocate is a trainee or student who assists patients in navigating the healthcare system, ensuring their rights are respected, and helping them access necessary medical services. They work under the supervision of experienced patient advocates, learning how to communicate with healthcare professionals, resolve patient concerns, and provide support and information to patients and their families. This internship is often part of a healthcare, social work, or related academic program and provides valuable hands-on experience in patient advocacy.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an internship patient advocate, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Internship Patient Advocate, you need a foundational understanding of healthcare systems, patient rights, and strong organizational skills, often supported by coursework in health administration or social work. Familiarity with electronic health record systems, case management tools, and privacy regulations like HIPAA is typically expected. Outstanding communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities are essential soft skills for effectively supporting patients and resolving conflicts. These skills enable advocates to navigate complex healthcare environments, ensure patient needs are addressed, and facilitate positive healthcare experiences.

What are some common challenges faced by internship patient advocates, and how can they be addressed?

Internship Patient Advocates often encounter challenges such as navigating complex healthcare systems, balancing confidentiality with effective communication, and managing emotionally charged situations. Addressing these challenges involves staying organized, actively listening to patients' concerns, and collaborating closely with healthcare providers and administrative staff. Interns can benefit from seeking guidance from experienced advocates, participating in relevant training sessions, and regularly debriefing with supervisors to develop their problem-solving and communication skills.

What is the difference between Internship Patient Advocate vs Patient Advocate?

AspectInternship Patient AdvocatePatient Advocate
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some healthcare or advocacy courseworkRelevant healthcare or advocacy certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, educational focusFull-time or part-time roles in healthcare facilities or insurance companies
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, advocacy organizations, training programsHospitals, healthcare providers, insurance companies, patient support services

In summary, an Internship Patient Advocate is a training position designed for gaining experience in patient advocacy, often requiring minimal credentials. A Patient Advocate is a full-time professional role with more responsibilities, requiring relevant certifications and experience. Both roles operate within healthcare settings but differ mainly in experience level and scope of duties.

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Infographic showing various Internship Patient Advocate job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,997 per year, or $20.7 per hour.

Family Advocate Intern, Early Childhood Services (Unpaid)

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet

Joliet, IL • On-site

$17.75 - $23.50/hr

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Job Description
Job Description
Description:

Do you want to use your skills and talents to make a lasting difference in the world? At Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet we are mission-driven, focused on positive results for people and believe that people should be treated with dignity and respect. If you feel the same way we encourage you to join us in making a difference!


Catholic Charities’ Head Start program is NAEYC Accredited as well as a Gold Circle Quality and a US Model Head Start Program.


If you desire a better work/life balance and can work in a fast paced environment with excellent growth potential, we would like to hear from you.

Our Head Start Facility has operation hours of 7am - 5:30pm


General Responsibilities

  1. This is an internship. The Family Advocate Intern assists the Site Supervisor and other staff in planning, developing, implementing and coordinating the Head Start Performance Standards as related to Health and Nutrition Services, Family and Community Partnerships, Program Design and Management.
  2. It is required for family service workers to conduct home visits with a Family Advocate.
  3. It is the expectation that programmatic recruitment takes place throughout the community as specified and designated during the week.


Essential Functions

  1. Assists Site Supervisor in accepting and processing of applications, and assist family in obtaining necessary medical requirements to be enrolled into the program.
  2. Cooperatively works with interdisciplinary team members, parents, and other specialists to evaluate and develop treatment and/or intervention plans for children and/or families.
  3. Implements parent training in conjunction with the Manager of Family and Community Engagement.
  4. Responsible for providing opportunities for Parent Involvement activities.
  5. Works with families to help them determine family action plans, assess needs, and educating families of available community resources to meet those needs.
  6. Conduct intake process to enroll eligible families in the program.
  7. n the presence of a Family Advocate (FA), conducts periodic visits to homes of children in order to encourage building of relationships with families and to implement required follow-up services.
  8. Accompanied by a Family Advocate, escorts/translates or acquires the needed assistance in translating/advocates and/or represents families who may be unable to act on their own behalf in obtaining services or benefits for programs to which they may be entitled.
  9. Compiles with all necessary measures to ensure full enrollment within thirty (30) days of program year start.
  10. Follows established referral procedures, documents and follows up on all referrals made.
  11. Participates in center meetings, agency meetings, parent committee meetings, and case coordination as required.
  12. Participates in community outreach activities that involve networking with community agencies for informational and recruitment purposes.
  13. Monitors families progress in working towards the established Family Action plan as outlined in the Family Partnership Agreement.
  14. Reports any problems with families, crisis or emergency situations, including incidents of suspected abuse or neglect immediately to the Site Supervisor.
  15. Completes monthly reports by maintaining accurate family tracking system and documentation as requested related to family needs, absences, and other information as required by program’s funding source. Utilizes procedures for confidentiality in the record keeping system, and when obtaining information from other agencies.
  16. Maintains all forms required in file system, including case notes, referral forms, attendance information, information releases related to health or disabling conditions, health information, and any other information required to be in client’s file.
  17. Summarizes significant information in the family contact notes.
  18. Follows up with children returned by the bus or children (walkers) who are not being picked up at the end of each school session through the use of a warning system and documentation of such.
  19. Inputs and maintains data in the Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information Systems (PROMIS) Child and Family Tracking System and Ready Rosie Data Base.
  20. Coordinate transportation information between Client, Transportation Coordinator, and Site Supervisor.
Requirements:
  1. In the process of acquiring a Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree is required for this position with a preference in the areas of Social Work, Physiology, Human Services, Applied Behavioral Science, or related field. Master’s degree is preferred. All degrees must come from a regionally accredited education institution, which has U.S. Department of Education approval.
  2. Knowledge of local community, resources, child development, and preferred Head Start experience.
  3. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, and Teams.
  4. Passage of complete background clearance, physical and Tuberculosis (TB) Test.
  5. Reliable means of transportation and proof of liability insurance is required.

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