Behavioral Health Transition Navigator

bannerhealth; South Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health's Emergency Center-Hosp in Tucson, AZ seeks a Peer Support Assistant to help patients transition from hospital care to community services. You will support recovery, promote wellness, and help empower clients through skills training.

Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, preparing reports, and collaborating with care teams to ensure timely interventions and reduce hospitalizations. Requires relevant certification and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current Peer Support Specialist, Peer Recovery Support Specialist, or Recovery Support Specialist certification.
• Familiar with behavioral health community resources.
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card may be required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transition out of care, referrals, transportation, and follow-up.
• Model recovery through coaching to support client skills development.
• Transfer patient information and conduct follow-up with patients and providers.
• Attend team meetings and clinical staffing as needed.
• Complete progress notes and timely reports per policy and funding guidelines.
• May lead support groups and activities to improve life and social skills.
• Identify unmet needs and connect patients to community resources.
• Complete required training and participate in supervision.
• Collaborate with care teams and external partners to support patients.

Skills

Coaching

Care coordination

Patient advocacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Job description

Banner Health's Emergency Center-Hosp in Tucson, AZ seeks a Peer Support Assistant to help patients transition from hospital care to community services. You will support recovery, promote wellness, and help empower clients through skills training.

Responsibilities include coordinating referrals, preparing reports, and collaborating with care teams to ensure timely interventions and reduce hospitalizations. Requires relevant certification and a high school diploma.