Brown University Health
Community Resource and Substance Use Specialist
Brown University Health, Providence, Rhode Island, us, 02912
Community Resource and Substance Use Specialist
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About This Role Supports integrated behavioral health within primary care by coordinating care for patients with behavioral health, substance use disorder (SUD), and social needs. Combines resource navigation with substance use counseling and education to improve patient outcomes and access to care.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Respond to patient and provider requests for assistance with substance use concerns to facilitate connection to treatment.
Triage patients identified with social determinants of health (SDOH), behavioral health, or substance use disorder needs to coordinate and track referrals to internal or external resources.
Coordinate behavioral health referrals to internal and external clinicians and resources, including higher levels of care where indicated.
Conduct screenings, assessments and intakes for patients referred by primary care providers for substance abuse counseling.
Educate patients, families, providers and care team members about substance use disorder treatment options and recovery resources.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
Collaborate with primary care providers and other team members to ensure coordinated care.
Maintain extensive knowledge of community resources and eligibility guidelines.
Comply with federal and local confidentiality laws, including HIPAA.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP) in Rhode Island.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in substance use counseling.
Additional training in the medical field with a social service background or demonstrated possession of necessary competencies.
Experience working in a clinical setting with a focus on behavioral health or social services.
Proficiency in the use of an EMR and knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to handle high volume and diverse assignments.
Experience with motivational interviewing, CBT and other therapeutic modalities preferred.
Exercise sound judgment and decision-making; able to assess and differentiate priorities.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with and through others to achieve results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must handle sensitive and confidential matters with utmost discretion.
Proficiency in using various applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Web-based applications, EMR/EHR.
Pay Range $54,637.86 - $90,148.24
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care, 593 Eddy St, Executive Suite, Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Day shift, 8 hours daily, No driving required)
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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Community Resource and Substance Use Specialist
role at
Brown University Health
About This Role Supports integrated behavioral health within primary care by coordinating care for patients with behavioral health, substance use disorder (SUD), and social needs. Combines resource navigation with substance use counseling and education to improve patient outcomes and access to care.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Respond to patient and provider requests for assistance with substance use concerns to facilitate connection to treatment.
Triage patients identified with social determinants of health (SDOH), behavioral health, or substance use disorder needs to coordinate and track referrals to internal or external resources.
Coordinate behavioral health referrals to internal and external clinicians and resources, including higher levels of care where indicated.
Conduct screenings, assessments and intakes for patients referred by primary care providers for substance abuse counseling.
Educate patients, families, providers and care team members about substance use disorder treatment options and recovery resources.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based practices.
Collaborate with primary care providers and other team members to ensure coordinated care.
Maintain extensive knowledge of community resources and eligibility guidelines.
Comply with federal and local confidentiality laws, including HIPAA.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree in a related field.
Licensed Chemical Dependency Professional (LCDP) in Rhode Island.
Experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in substance use counseling.
Additional training in the medical field with a social service background or demonstrated possession of necessary competencies.
Experience working in a clinical setting with a focus on behavioral health or social services.
Proficiency in the use of an EMR and knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to handle high volume and diverse assignments.
Experience with motivational interviewing, CBT and other therapeutic modalities preferred.
Exercise sound judgment and decision-making; able to assess and differentiate priorities.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with and through others to achieve results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must handle sensitive and confidential matters with utmost discretion.
Proficiency in using various applications such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Web-based applications, EMR/EHR.
Pay Range $54,637.86 - $90,148.24
EEO Statement Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location Brown Health Medical Group Primary Care, 593 Eddy St, Executive Suite, Providence, Rhode Island 02903
Work Type Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Day shift, 8 hours daily, No driving required)
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Other
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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