Care Navigator 1

Job Details Job Location : New Kensington, PA Position Type : Part Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Comprehensive Benefits Package • Tuition Discounts • Career Advancement SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL CARE, INC. Part-Time Position New Kensington, PA Location The Center of Excellence (COE) is a 24/7 access & support program created to target and be a proactive solution to the opiate epidemic by utilizing a multidisciplinary team of individuals with life experiences and/or educational background in substance abuse or social services. The COE uses community-based innovative techniques to assist clients with their quest for long-term sobriety and integration back into healthy living. A Care Navigator provides individualized and community-based services that address opiate use. As a Care Navigator, you will connect clients with services that will help them achieve their personal recovery goals. Additionally, you will educate clients, family members, and professional staff about the recovery process, as well as offer goal-oriented encouragement and support related to all aspects of the recovery. Qualifications Associate degree from an accredited college or university or bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related human services field from an accredited college or university; or the ability to obtain Recovery Specialist Certification. Must be available to work “non-traditional” hours. Must successfully obtain Criminal History Clearance from Pennsylvania State Police and Child Abuse Clearances from the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services and FBI Fingerprint Clearances. Must not be excluded from participation in Medicare, Medicaid, or any other federal health care program. Ability to transport oneself in an insured vehicle, as program needs dictate. AVAILABLE BENEFITS: Medical and dental benefits for eligible employees. Retirement plan with potential for agency match. Tuition discounts with partnering colleges and universities. Career advancement opportunities. Generous time off for eligible employees. Be an SPHS Hero! EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr