Justice Involved Community Navigator (Behavioral Health) OVERVIEW:
Gosnold, Inc. has been a nationally accredited non-profit leader in the
prevention, treatment and recovery of mental health and substance use
disorders for over 50 years. We offer a full, end-to-end continuum of
care offering a wide range of treatment options. Highly regarded for
innovation, we offer a comprehensive patient centered continuum of care
tailored to fit the needs of each individual. Gosnold welcomes
like-minded individuals who are passionate about our mission to support
people and families affected by these disorders, and to promote lasting
recovery. SUMMARY: The BH-JI Navigator must have basic knowledge of
mental health and addiction recovery processes, services, and resources.
Basic knowledge of the criminal justice/probation/parole system is
beneficial. This role requires knowledge of and experience with
community resources and referral systems and/or the ability to work in
collaboration with community-based providers and agencies with
exceptional customer service. The BH-JI Navigator must be able to
multi-task, manage caseload of approximately 10-15 patients, and track
multiple required tasks using CRM software system. ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS/DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Conduct patient interviews, complete
basic assessments, and engage patients into treatment and continuing
care planning. Some interviews and assessments will take place in Houses
of Correction. Conduct case management service plans. Some
psychoeducation groups may be conducted within Barnstable County House
of Correction or the Duke?s County House of Correction. Prepare care
plans in collaboration with patients and their identified supports.
Establish connections and utilize community resources to help patients
develop effective recovery support systems. Familiarity with regulatory
requirements and utilization practices with ability to develop and
manage systems to comply with industry standards. If indicated and
directed, accompany (including transporting) patients to community
resources and other services as dictated by their service plans. Work
with patients to develop transportation and other resources to
facilitate self-management of care and services. Participate in staff
supervision and in-service training programs. Participate in team
meetings to review patient progress. Communicate regularly with referral
sources, advocacy groups, community resources, Sherriff?s Departments,
Probation, Parole, and Houses of Correction. Maintain patient records in
compliance with existing Gosnold standards. Must be able to work well on
a multidisciplinary team. Able to fulfill outreach functions with own
transportation. Perform all other duties as assigned. SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES: N/A MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, Experience, AND SKILLS
REQUIRED: The requirements listed below are representative of the
knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job.
Education: Bachelor?s degree in counseling, psychology, social work,
nursing or related discipline preferred. Two (2) years of experience in
an addiction program may be substituted for the academic requirements.
Experience: Two (2) years of either professional or lived experience in
mental health and addiction. Skills: Strong interpersonal skills, strong
organizational skills, self-directed, and proficient with web-based
electronic health records. Must feel comfortable engaging with
individuals involved in the justice system and going into various Houses
of Correction. Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations: Valid clean
Driver?s License.