Substance Use Navigator (SUN)F

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,500 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition assistance for employees and dependents

Generous retirement plans

Substantial time away from work

Wellness and Work-Life Resources

Professional development resources

Flexible Work Hours

Home Ownership Services

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

A major educational institution is seeking a full-time Substance Use Navigator in Philadelphia. This role involves connecting patients with resources, facilitating appointments, and working within a collaborative care team. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and relevant experience in behavioral health. The position offers a salary range of $52,500 - $53,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Well organized and prioritizes competing duties.
• Ability to work with patients by telephone and in person.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and navigate to appropriate resources.
• Facilitate and expedite appointments for patients.
• Document and provide training within the team.

Skills

Collaboration

Behavioral health knowledge

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Substance Use Navigator (SUN)F

The University of Pennsylvania is a world‑renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. Penn consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey and offers a unique working environment in Philadelphia.

Posted Job Title

Substance Use Navigator (SUN)F

Job Profile Title

Clinical Research Coordinator B

Job Description Summary

This full‑time position is for a Substance Use Navigator (SUN) who will be a core member of a collaborative care team. The SUN will rapidly connect patients, develop relationships with community groups, and update and expand resources within Penn and community practices. The SUN will manage a caseload of patients by providing recovery education, maintaining contact, identifying barriers, and linking patients to needed resources.

Job Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and navigate to appropriate resources. Support patients in the continuum of care.
• Follow patients throughout the care continuum, facilitate and expedite appointments, and consult with behavioral health clinicians, social workers, physicians, and community agencies.
• Document, collaborate with the team, and provide training.
• Maintain and expand communication with clinical partners to raise awareness of resources.
• Outreach to Penn departments and community partners to update and expand resources and establish relationships with Philadelphia’s buprenorphine resources and targeted organizations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science and 2–3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A degree in behavioral health, nursing, or related field is preferred. Must have 2 or more years of prior behavioral health experience and knowledge of behavioral health resources.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a team setting.
• Ability to work with patients by telephone and in person.
• Ability to supervise others.
• Ability to quickly assimilate new information in a fast‑paced work environment with enthusiasm.
• Well organized and demonstrates skill in prioritizing competing job duties.
• Ability to utilize computer software (Word, Outlook, Excel).

Special interest in those who have previous experience working in community‑based substance use organization or in under‑resourced settings.

This position is contingent upon grant funding.

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range

$52,500.00 – $53,000.00 Annual Rate

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.

Special Requirements

Background checks may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre‑tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can receive tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre‑tax or Roth basis.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year, allowing you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, or spend time with family.
• Long‑Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers long‑term care insurance to help cover some of the costs of long‑term care services received at home, in the community, or in a nursing facility.
• Wellness and Work‑Life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance competing demands of work and personal life.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides resources to help you advance personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of university resources, cultural activities, and recreational facilities.
• Discounts and Special Services: Penn offers free or discounted admission to arts, entertainment, and other services for faculty and staff.
• Flexible Work Hours: Penn provides flexible work options, including non‑traditional hours and locations.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home in West Philadelphia.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn reimburses eligible employees for qualified adoption expenses, up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay

Equal Employment 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, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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