Wellness Navigator

Acenda Integrated Health; Glassboro (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $700

Health, Vision and Dental coverage for

401(k) with up to a 5% employer match

Generous time-off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Year-end performance bonuses

Job summary

Acenda Integrated Health seeks an experienced Care Manager to support Wellness Navigators in Cape May County, guiding clients through mental health services and treatment plans. You will educate clients and coordinate with providers to ensure seamless transitions and sustained wellness.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Acenda and community partners, accurate documentation, and follow-up to improve client outcomes within an integrated health model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years’ experience in the human services, psychology or related field.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and insured vehicle.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills."

Responsibilities

• Serve as contact point for clients, care team, family/caregivers and community resources regarding treatment plans.
• Monitor adherence and progress, facilitate changes as needed.
• Link clients to appropriate treatment, community supports and medical providers.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Collaboration

Cultural Competence

Care Planning

Documentation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

Job description

If you want to make a living by making a difference, join Acenda as anCare Manager HourlyPosition Summary:The Wellness Navigator is responsible for providing support to clients in Cape May County that need mental health services. Work to support clients to obtain treatment services and maintain care to achieve wellness. Work with a team to ensure clients needing help to achieve mental wellness are wrapped with all needs of service. Educate clients regarding their health care condition and provide follow-up with clients and providers to ensure client needs are met. Operate as a strong community liaison to ensure that individuals can navigate and understand all services that are available to them for their mental health needs. Collaborate with Acenda and Community Providers to link individuals into services needed.As an integrated health organization Acenda values the use of evidence-based practice or EBP's.$700 Sign on Bonus Is AvailableKey Responsibilities:Serve as the contact point, advocate and informational resource for clients, care team, family/caregivers and community resources regarding client's treatment planPartner with clients to monitor adherence to their treatment plan, evaluate effectiveness, monitor progress in a timely manner and facilitate changes as required.Facilitate client linkages, referrals and access to appropriate treatment, community supports and medical or specialty providers according to the treatment planEducate patient and family/caregiver(s) about relevant community resources and provide resources/connection to IFSS.Conduct clinical follow up when clients are receiving inpatient or emergency care, and ensure a seamless transition back into the treatment plan upon discharge.Cultivate and maintain relationships with external community providers and supports.Completes and submits accurate reports and chart documentation in a complete and timely manner according to program guidelines and established procedures.Ensures quality and accuracy of written and verbal communications.Compile data for and prepare a variety of reports as required. May include financial, dashboards or market research to assist in business development and programmingSupport the Quality/Compliance/Risk function as required.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Skills:Workplace Code of Conduct and EthicsInterpersonal CommunicationCollaboration and TeamworkCultural Competence and AdaptabilityScreening and AssessmentCare Planning and CoordinationSystems-Oriented PracticePractice-Based Learning and Quality ImprovementTechnologically ProficientEducation, Work Experience and/or Skills Requirements:Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years’ experience in the human services, psychology or related fieldResident of the geographical areas that are identified or relevant knowledge of counties served.Must have an possess a valid driver's license, use of an insured vehicle, and an acceptable driving recordMust be sensitive, flexible and responsive to gender, race, ethnicity, socio-economic status, religion, age, sexual orientation or any other special needs as reflected in the ability to communicate with staff and/or clients.Professionalism and commitment to excellence in carePhysical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.Repeated motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingersThe employee must occasionally move about to accomplish tasks, adjust or move objects up to 20 pounds.Must be able to communicate with others to exchange informationAbility to drive a vehicleDisclaimer:This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer. The workforce member is expected to adhere to all policies of Acenda.We provide:$700 Sign on BonusAn Innovative culture that encourages you to grow and learn with the agencyMission-driven coreHealth, Vision and Dental coverage for you and your family401(k) with up to a 5% employer matchGenerous time-offFlexible Spending AccountsYear-end performance bonusesAcenda's Equal Employment Opportunity CommitmentAcenda Integrated Health is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.Acenda's support of Diversity, Equity, inclusion and Belonging (DEI&B) brings together a diverse workforce to successfully achieve our mission of moving lives forward in the community.Are you ready to join Team Acenda?Join Team Acenda and enjoy the remarkable opportunity to make an impact on the lives of those living right here in our community! To learn more about Acenda, please visit our website: https://acendahealth.org/Department/ProgramARRIVE Cape May (ARRIVECM)