SUD Care Navigator & Outreach Specialist

Comprehensive Community Health Centers Inc.; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Comprehensive Community Health Centers Inc. in Glendale, CA seeks a Community Health Worker - SUD to engage patients in the substance use disorder program with a person-centered, culturally responsive approach.

The CSW builds trusting relationships and serves as a bridge between patients, addiction specialists and medical providers to coordinate care and connect patients to resources. Responsibilities include outreach, collaboration with medical, dental and behavioral staff, navigation of

Qualifications

• Certification or training as a Community Health Worker, peer advocate, or related paraprofessional role preferred; BA level candidate with knowledge of addiction may be considered in lieu of CSW certification
• Previous experience in a healthcare, social services, or community-based setting preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a respectful and non judgmental manner
• Demonstrated commitment to community engagement and supporting underserved populations.
• Ability to model positive health behaviors and support both a recovery approach
• Good interpersonal, and advocacy skills to effectively engage with members, families, healthcare providers, and community organizations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts internal and community outreach activities to identify patients who might benefit from SUD services
• Works closely with medical, dental and behavioral staff to identify potential patients
• Facilitates navigation throughout CCHC and as well as community resources to ensure coordinated care and follow up
• Utilizes EHR to coordinate services and input data for reporting.
• Supports current patients in the SUD program in their recovery journey and encourages continued participation
• May provide intake and scheduling activities, as needed

Skills

Rapport building

Active listening

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Multitasking

Documentation skills

EHR familiarity

Cultural humility

Team collaboration

Advocacy

Education

CHW certification or training

BA degree with addiction knowledge (in lieu of CSW)

Tools

EHR

Case management systems

Computer software

Job description

Comprehensive Community Health Centers Inc. in Glendale, CA seeks a Community Health Worker - SUD to engage patients in the substance use disorder program with a person-centered, culturally responsive approach.

The CSW builds trusting relationships and serves as a bridge between patients, addiction specialists and medical providers to coordinate care and connect patients to resources. Responsibilities include outreach, collaboration with medical, dental and behavioral staff, navigation of