MAT Access Navigator & Outreach Specialist

BAART Programs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Bereavement Leave

Flexible Sick Time

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

BAART Programs is seeking a dedicated Patient Navigator for the SOR 3 Hub and Spoke Grant to work with external entities such as jails, hospital EDs, OBOTs, and residential programs to identify OUD patients and discuss referrals to MAT.

You will help develop individualized action plans, coordinate MAT intake, and support patients in accessing the highest level of care. The role involves field outreach, data entry, and ensuring follow-up appointments.

Qualifications

• Must be registered or certified counselor.
• Knowledge of SUD and MAT in OUD treatment.
• Proficient with MS Office including Word, Excel and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Develop outreach and education lists with TCD.
• Provide education and outreach to external entities.
• Routinely visit ED, jail and other settings to identify MAT-eligible patients.
• Maintain data for referrals and outreach activities.
• Be on-call for MAT linkage during regular hours.
• Explain OUD MAT principles to external entities.
• Obtain consent and complete MAT intake forms.
• Assess readiness using the Stages of Change model.
• Assess for co-occurring disorders and medical conditions.
• Coordinate insurance status and connect uninsured patients with financial counseling.
• Identify resources for MAT and arrange follow-up appointments.
• Address barriers to follow-up (transport, contact info, housing).
• Communicate with ED/jail providers about MAT follow-up plans.
• Remind patients of follow-up appointments.

Skills

Excellent communication

Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Stress management

Education

Registered or Certified Counselor

Tools

MS Project

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

BAART Programs is seeking a dedicated Patient Navigator for the SOR 3 Hub and Spoke Grant to work with external entities such as jails, hospital EDs, OBOTs, and residential programs to identify OUD patients and discuss referrals to MAT.

You will help develop individualized action plans, coordinate MAT intake, and support patients in accessing the highest level of care. The role involves field outreach, data entry, and ensuring follow-up appointments.