Adolescent Stepdown Navigator | Behavioral Health

Horizon Health Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work环境

Competitive Compensation & Generous PA

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

Compass Intervention Center in Memphis, TN seeks a Stepdown Navigator to coordinate step-down care for adolescents, liaise with hospitals, receiving providers, families and external agencies, and guide transitions to RTC, PHP, IOP and outpatient services.

You will attend treatment team meetings, provide emotional support, educate patients and families on the step-down process, and ensure timely documentation, referrals and authorizations.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field required.
• Licensure or license-eligible (e.g., LPC, LMSW, LMFT) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with adolescents in a mental health or behavioral health setting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Strong knowledge of the behavioral health continuum of care and transition processes.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the clinical team to assess each patient’s readiness and suitability for step-down care.
• Develop individualized transition plans that align with clinical recommendations and family circumstances.
• Ensure all clinical documentation, referrals, and authorizations are completed in a timely manner.
• Address barriers to access, including insurance, transportation, and scheduling.

Skills

Excellent communication

Behavioral health knowledge

Adolescent mental health experience

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related behavioral health

Licensure or license-eligible (LPC, LMSW, LMFT, etc.)

Job description

Compass Intervention Center in Memphis, TN seeks a Stepdown Navigator to coordinate step-down care for adolescents, liaise with hospitals, receiving providers, families and external agencies, and guide transitions to RTC, PHP, IOP and outpatient services.

You will attend treatment team meetings, provide emotional support, educate patients and families on the step-down process, and ensure timely documentation, referrals and authorizations.