Care Navigator: Coordinating Paths to Recovery

Area Substance Abuse Council; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Dental

FSA

Life/AD&D/Short and Long Term Disabil

Voluntary Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Holidays

Travel Reimbursement policy

403(b) Retirement plan with a match

generous Vacation

Personal Time and Sick Leave Plan

Job summary

Area Substance Abuse Council in Cedar Rapids is seeking a full-time Care Navigator to provide care coordination and supportive services for Linn County patients. You will link patients to services and help overcome barriers to long-term recovery, working with clinical staff and community resources.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a human services field, at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human services or related field.
• One year of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass an extensive background check.

Responsibilities

• Review medical and mental health assessments and assure necessary follow up with providers.
• Meet with patients, develop work plans to remove obstacles, and record progress.
• Maintain strong relationships with community providers and resources in the region served.
• Provide support for child care, housing, benefit applications, job search and other stabilization services; schedule referrals.
• Document all interactions in the electronic records system and track referrals.
• Promote treatment programs and collect materials for community partners.
• Complete training in data programs, case management, and SOAR.
• Participate in planning meetings with other Care Navigators.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and 42 CFR.

Skills

Care coordination

Case management

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Area Substance Abuse Council in Cedar Rapids is seeking a full-time Care Navigator to provide care coordination and supportive services for Linn County patients. You will link patients to services and help overcome barriers to long-term recovery, working with clinical staff and community resources.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in a human services field, at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and the ability to pass a background check.