Community Behavioral Health Navigator & Case Manager

Open-Sky-Community-Services; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Employer 403b Match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Open Sky Community Services is seeking a Community Supports Navigator in Worcester, MA to provide case management and outreach for individuals with mental health challenges. The role involves developing Support Plans, coordinating with a network of medical and community providers, and assisting with transportation during care transitions.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and at least two years’ experience with homelessness or justice involvement or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License with acceptable driving history and reliable transportation.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with or lived experience with homelessness, justice involvement, adults with serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and underserved populations.
• Excellent communication, documentation, time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a Support Plan with the member that guides services in a way that is consistent and supportive of other existing comprehensive care plans.
• Complete Assessments and Support Plans according to prescribed timelines and specifications.
• Act as a liaison between members, community agencies, and families to coordinate treatment, including employment and education entities, Care Coordination entities, Emergency Service Providers, outpatient clinics, and others.
• Work collaboratively with medical and behavioral health providers to obtain any active comprehensive care plans the member may have.
• Provide temporary assistance with transportation to essential medical and behavioral health appointments while transitioning to community-based transportation resources.
• Participate in an On-Call rotation.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Documentation

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Open Sky Community Services is seeking a Community Supports Navigator in Worcester, MA to provide case management and outreach for individuals with mental health challenges. The role involves developing Support Plans, coordinating with a network of medical and community providers, and assisting with transportation during care transitions.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and at least two years’ experience with homelessness or justice involvement or