Job Detail

Salary Range: $29.5700 - $45.4600 /hour
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The substance use & mental health navigator helps patients access evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs) including MAT (medication for addiction treatment) and harm reduction. Navigators conduct outreach and identification of patients, conduct initial brief assessments, introduce patients to MAT programs and services, facilitate appointments at outpatient MAT clinics, serve as a resource and coach for their clients, and advocate for culture change in the hospital. They also assist with access to other services, such as mental health services, primary care, social services, and residential treatment facilities. While in the EDs, the navigator will help identify patients with SUD or co-occurring mental health disorders to establish positive relationships and appropriate referrals and linkage to treatment. Support patients to engage in treatment and follow-up accordingly. Develop connections with a comprehensive array of community providers to address the needs of people with SUD and co-occurring mental health disorders. Complete required reporting and data collection as directed. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Education and Experience

• High School Graduate or equivalent required. Associate degree in Behavioral Science or Allied Mental Health preferred.
• Two years minimum experience in addiction/behavioral health required.
• Three years of experience in addiction/behavioral health environment preferred.

Licenses Preferred

• LMFT, LCSW, or LAADC

Certifications Required

• CATC I - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor I
• CATC II - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor II
• or CATC III - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor III
• or CATC IV - Certified Addiction Treatment Counselor IV
• or CADC II - Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor II
• or CADC III - Certified Alcolhol and Drug Counselor III
• BLS-AHA Basic Life Support required at hire.
• The CADC-CAS Certification is accepted and grandfathered for employees hired before 8/1/2021. These employees have one year to acquire the CATC II, or CADC II, or LAADC.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.57 - $45.46 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person