Housing & Recovery Navigator

Marion County Public Health Department; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center is seeking a Housing Specialist to support admission, onboarding, and safe resident engagement within a recovery-focused program. You will help residents with daily living, safety checks, and coordination with treatment teams.

Responsibilities include crisis interventions, documentation, and collaboration with clinicians to promote successful transitions and access to services for Marion County residents seeking behavioral health support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; plus one of EMT certification or post-secondary education.
• Experience in behavioral health or addiction treatment is desirable.
• Ability to document and communicate clearly in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage residents and support admission, onboarding, and orientation.
• Provide crisis management and safety interventions as needed.
• Assist with activities of daily living and medication self-administration as directed.
• Maintain safe milieu and timely documentation per guidelines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate resident progress.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Microsoft Office

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Willingness to learn

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

EMT certification

Bachelor's or Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center is seeking a Housing Specialist to support admission, onboarding, and safe resident engagement within a recovery-focused program. You will help residents with daily living, safety checks, and coordination with treatment teams.

Responsibilities include crisis interventions, documentation, and collaboration with clinicians to promote successful transitions and access to services for Marion County residents seeking behavioral health support.