Care Access Navigator

Mental Health Systems; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TURN is seeking qualified mental health professionals to support program goals through assessments, therapy, referrals, and crisis intervention. You will work collaboratively with clients to identify strengths, goals, and support needs while coordinating with internal and external partners.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, documentation accuracy, and participation in regular supervision and program meetings to ensure high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and CA BBS registration or license (MFT, LCSW, LPCC) required.
• Valid CA driver’s license and current auto insurance.
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred.
• Cultural competency understanding required.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessments, mental health evaluations, family-individual-group therapy and crisis intervention.
• Complete accurate documentation and meet billable requirements for direct client services.
• Facilitate placement including pre-placement visits and transportation as needed.
• Shift coverage including part of the on-call team.
• Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
• Maintain confidentiality of client care and participate in program meetings.
• Collaborate with clients to identify goals and support needs using a recovery-oriented approach.
• Coordinate referrals with internal and external partners.
• Support a welcoming, strengths-based environment and client dignity.

Skills

Cultural competency

Bilingual

Client-centered care

Education

Master’s degree (MFT/LCSW/LPCC)

Tools

EHR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

TURN is seeking qualified mental health professionals to support program goals through assessments, therapy, referrals, and crisis intervention. You will work collaboratively with clients to identify strengths, goals, and support needs while coordinating with internal and external partners.

The role emphasizes confidentiality, documentation accuracy, and participation in regular supervision and program meetings to ensure high-quality care.