Community Integration Navigator — Residential Transition

Sheppard-Pratt-; Sykesville (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement program

Generous paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Sheppard Pratt is seeking a Community Integration Specialist/Navigator for Residential Transition. This on-site, full-time role supports individuals transitioning from state psychiatric hospitals, coordinating assessments, community activities, planning, linkage and advocacy.

Responsibilities include documenting client needs, ensuring crisis stabilization when necessary, and facilitating medication monitoring and transportation to appointments.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred in related field or work experience.
• Experience with applying for public benefits (e.g., Social Security disability, SNAP, TDAP, Medical Assistance).
• Ability to navigate electronic health records and input documentation.
• Reliable vehicle and valid license with insurance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate assessments, community integration activities, planning, linkage, and advocacy.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of client needs and services.
• Provide crisis stabilization techniques as necessary.
• Provide direct service for medication monitoring and education.
• Transport clients using a vehicle as needed.
• Assist with hospital visits and community placements; participate in program evaluation.

Skills

Assessment coordination

Documentation

Crisis stabilization

Transportation planning

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sheppard Pratt is seeking a Community Integration Specialist/Navigator for Residential Transition. This on-site, full-time role supports individuals transitioning from state psychiatric hospitals, coordinating assessments, community activities, planning, linkage and advocacy.

Responsibilities include documenting client needs, ensuring crisis stabilization when necessary, and facilitating medication monitoring and transportation to appointments.