Care Navigator — Addiction & Behavioral Health

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's System Wide Addiction Services seeks a Care Coordinator to guide patients through the care continuum, coordinating assessments, treatment, and follow-up across ED, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

You will collaborate with physicians, social workers, and care teams to minimize barriers to treatment, assist discharge planning, and connect patients with in-network resources and education on addiction care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Health, Allied Health or related field.
• MSW preferred; LPC/LISW/LISW-S/LSW licenses preferred.
• 2–5 years clinical or administrative experience in behavioral health or medical settings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assessment, treatment and follow-up for patients with SUD/behavioral health needs.
• Discharge planning, referrals, and liaison with in-network providers.

Skills

Case management

Behavioral health experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

MSW preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Credentialing / Licensure maintenance

Job description

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center's System Wide Addiction Services seeks a Care Coordinator to guide patients through the care continuum, coordinating assessments, treatment, and follow-up across ED, inpatient, and outpatient settings.

You will collaborate with physicians, social workers, and care teams to minimize barriers to treatment, assist discharge planning, and connect patients with in-network resources and education on addiction care.