Behavioral Health Peer Navigator — 3rd Shift (On-Site)

The Fortune Society, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fortune Society, Inc. in Brooklyn seeks a Certified Peer Navigator for the 3rd shift to provide court and community-based, person-centered support for individuals released to the community.

The role emphasizes care coordination, referrals, and connection to clinical services with a focus on behavioral health needs. The position is on-site, supervises 1–2 peers, and requires strong communication, knowledge of NYS Health Home Care Management policies, and the ability to collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, however candidates with a high school diploma or GED with at least 2 years of relevant experience in healthcare, social work, or mental health field will be considered.
• Ability to demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills through verbal and written correspondence.
• Bilingual in Spanish a plus; ability to work independently with off-site supervision required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between the participants, court stakeholders, and the CHN clinicians, working with the peers and MMU staff to ensure a seamless transition of care for individuals being seen on the unit.
• Supervise, mentor, and advise peer team members on appropriate next steps for the individuals being assessed; ensure documentation is completed in a timely manner.
• Complete preliminary mental health assessments on-site and coordinate with Field Supervisor and/or MMU clinical team to determine the appropriate immediate level of care required.
• When appropriate, complete a detailed needs assessment to identify whether the individual requires additional supportive services such as medication assistance/linkage to ongoing healthcare, connections to detox or other rehabilitative services, housing screenings, or other referrals.
• Attend MMU meetings and trainings; engage in ongoing professional development; may require occasional travel to other NYC sites for program oversight.

Skills

Communication skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or GED with 2 years relevant experience

Tools

MS 365

MAPP

ePACES

PSYCKES

Job description

The Fortune Society, Inc. in Brooklyn seeks a Certified Peer Navigator for the 3rd shift to provide court and community-based, person-centered support for individuals released to the community.

The role emphasizes care coordination, referrals, and connection to clinical services with a focus on behavioral health needs. The position is on-site, supervises 1–2 peers, and requires strong communication, knowledge of NYS Health Home Care Management policies, and the ability to collaborate with