Opioid Care Link Navigator — Reentry & Harm Reduction

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent academic institution in San Francisco is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Patient Navigator to provide transitional support to individuals struggling with opioid use disorder. The role involves enrolling and serving patients, linking them to community providers, and administering standardized assessments. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Additional experience in behavioral health interventions is preferred. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least three years of experience or equivalent training.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.
• Ability to maintain professional boundaries and remain calm under pressure.
• Strong familiarity with community resources, organizations, and harm-reduction practices.

Responsibilities

• Enroll and serve patients, providing individualized and group harm‑reduction counseling.
• Link patients to community providers for continued opioid treatment.
• Administer and score standardized intake, 3‑month, 6‑month, and discharge questionnaires.
• Maintain accurate patient records and data for program evaluation.
• Advise patients on community resources, harm‑reduction practices, and treatment options.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer-service skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of community resources

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

Windows-based software (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

A prominent academic institution in San Francisco is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Patient Navigator to provide transitional support to individuals struggling with opioid use disorder. The role involves enrolling and serving patients, linking them to community providers, and administering standardized assessments. Ideal candidates will possess a bachelor’s degree and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Additional experience in behavioral health interventions is preferred. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.