Substance Use Navigator

Inside Higher Ed; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,491 - 26,629; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition benefits

Retirement benefits

Wellness resources

Flexible Work Hours

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Substance Use Navigator to develop and maintain relationships with patients suffering from opioid use disorder. The role focuses on innovative outreach efforts and ensuring patient care within the community. Candidates should have a Bachelor of Science and extensive experience in healthcare outreach. This position offers a competitive pay rate and benefits, enhancing the quality of services provided to the community and patients in need.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care
• Community outreach
• Data entry/reporting for program funder SAMHSA
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Bachelor of Science

Job description

Substance Use Navigator

Job Title: Substance Use Navigator

Job Profile Title: Research Administrative Coordinator

Department: Perelman School of Medicine

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Pay Rate: $19.23 - $19.33 Hourly Rate

Posted Job Title: Substance Use Navigator

Job Description Summary: The Substance Use Navigator (SUN) will establish and maintain relationships with patients with opioid use disorder (OUD) and facilitate linkage to and staying in OUD care. This role will consist of innovative outreach efforts to follow up with patients and build relationships in the community.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care
• Community outreach
• Data entry/reporting for program funder SAMHSA
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Contingent upon funding

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED; Bachelor of Science and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Special Requirements

• Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made.

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania is the largest private employer in Philadelphia and is a world‑renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly‑regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition
• Retirement
• Time Away from Work
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Wellness and Work‑life Resources
• Professional and Personal Development
• University Resources
• Discounts and Special Services
• Flexible Work Hours
• Penn Home Ownership Services
• Adoption Assistance

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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