Patient Navigator

Position Summary:

The Patient Navigator plays a key role in supporting patients during inpatient treatment and through discharge by coordinating care, addressing external stressors, and ensuring patients are set up for long-term recovery success. This role involves frequent interaction with patients, treatment teams, external service providers, and community partners.

Schedule:

Sunday-Thursday 8:30a-5p

Salary

$18-$20 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assess patients' external biopsychosocial needs (e.g., housing, financial, legal, medical, employment) and develop strategies to address them during and after treatment

• Facilitate care coordination, aftercare planning, and communication with outside agencies and services

• Manage documentation and paperwork related to FMLA, short-term disability, and court matters

• Maintain communication with patients' support systems, employers, and referral sources

• Keep thorough case notes and update patient records accurately and promptly

• Coordinate discharge planning and ensure continuity of care with community-based services

• Participate in weekly treatment team meetings to provide insight and updates on patient progress and discharge readiness

• Assist with census management by coordinating discharge schedules and communicating updates to both clinical and administrative teams

Qualifications:

• CADC or TCADC certification with a Bachelor's degree (preferred)

• Minimum 1 year of experience working in a human service setting with adults or adolescents

• Strong commitment to a drug-free lifestyle and responsible alcohol use

• Personal interest or experience in substance use or behavioral health recovery strongly preferred

• Must meet all requirements outlined by state regulations