What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Health Navigator position at JCHCC DBA Inclusivcare?
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The Behavioral Health Navigator will be responsible for administrative support to the Behavioral Health Provider team, School-based services, and patients; collect and input patient data into EMR System; performs medication management coordination. The role requires proficient verbal and written skills regarding behavioral health language. The Behavioral Health Navigator works closely with the Behavioral Health Director and Behavioral Health Coordinator.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Coordinate continuity between Behavioral Health Providers and Primary Care Providers.
- Provide Psych-educational information to school-based students and staff.
- Collect and input PHQ-9 data into EMR System.
- Submit required weekly PHQ-9 reporting.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and provide feedback to behavioral health professionals.
- Attend designated meetings to provide on-going progress in behavioral health department.
- All other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to interact with patients that struggle with psychological challenges.
- Strong understanding of behavioral health concepts, and evidence-based practices
- Experience collaborating with school-aged adolescents in academic setting.
- Ability to effectively display verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of the behavioral health team.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: bachelor’s in social sciences or related field from an accredited four-year college or university; or a minimum of three (3) years of job-related experience, preferably in an out-patient clinic environment with the responsibility of providing administrative support to Director of Behavior Health.
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend written documents fluently.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: No professional certifications, licenses or registration required. All candidates will be required to submit to a criminal background check and screening as part of pre-employment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: This role requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool, as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies up to twenty pounds.
