Behavioral Health Care Navigator & CCSS Specialist

Nmpca; Taos (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

7 Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vis

100% Employer-Paid Basic LifeInsurance

Voluntary Employee Supplemental Benef

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Education Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Job summary

El Centro Family Health in Taos, New Mexico, is seeking a Behavioral Health Community Health Worker to provide Comprehensive Community Support Services for adults with serious mental illness or SUD, and for youth with emotional or behavioral disorders, to improve quality of life and independence within the community.

You will support the Behavioral Health team with scheduling, referrals, screenings, and coordination of care, including CCSS, SBIRT, group facilitation, and school-based health

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; CPR/BLS certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Discretion handling confidential information.
• Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills.
• Professional, calm and respectful in diverse contacts.
• Ability to coordinate across departments and referrals.

Responsibilities

• Support Behavioral Health with communication, scheduling, and coordination.
• Assist with behavioral health referrals and warm hand-offs; maintain resource lists.
• Assist with primary screens and data entry for Treat First processes.
• Support CCSS, SBIRT, group facilitation, and SHBCs; 90% care coordination.
• Facilitate access to community resources and social supports.
• Teach coping skills and daily living skills to clients.
• Assist in symptom monitoring and illness self-management education.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Confidentiality

Emotional intelligence

Professionalism

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR or BLS certification

Job description

El Centro Family Health in Taos, New Mexico, is seeking a Behavioral Health Community Health Worker to provide Comprehensive Community Support Services for adults with serious mental illness or SUD, and for youth with emotional or behavioral disorders, to improve quality of life and independence within the community.

You will support the Behavioral Health team with scheduling, referrals, screenings, and coordination of care, including CCSS, SBIRT, group facilitation, and school-based health