Sentara Healthcare
Behavioral Health Navigator - Hybrid
Sentara Healthcare, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23601
Behavioral Health Navigator Tidewater: Newport News/Williamsburg
Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Navigator Tidewater: Newport News/Williamsburg. Position Status: Full-time, Day Shift Position Location: Hybrid. On-site 3 days a week in Newport News/Williamsburg area. 2 days remote. Standard Working Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM Key Responsibilities
Conducting initial assessments to determine patients' behavioral health needs and identifying appropriate treatment options. Connecting patients with mental health providers, community resources, and support services. Coordinating and scheduling follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care. Addressing potential barriers to treatment, such as financial constraints, lack of transportation, or insurance challenges, and working to resolve these obstacles. Providing ongoing education and emotional support to patients and their families, helping them understand their treatment plans and available resources. Collaborating closely with medical staff, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate comprehensive care. Advocating for patients' mental health needs within the healthcare system and the community. Through compassionate guidance and a patient-centered approach, the Behavioral Health Navigator plays a crucial role in improving access to mental health services, enhancing patient outcomes, and ensuring a seamless transition to appropriate care. Education
One of the following licenses or education is required: RN, LPN OR Bachelors degree in Health & Human Services. LCSW or LPC licensure also acceptable for certain positions. Master's degree Highly Preferred Certification/Licensure
One of the following licenses or education is required: RN, LPN OR Bachelors degree in Health & Human Services. LCSW or LPC licensure also acceptable for certain positions. Experience
Requires a minimum of two (2) years of Case Management Experience or Long-Term Care Experience. Must have behavioral health experience Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision plans Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave Emergency Backup Care Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans Life Insurance 401k/403B with Employer Match Tuition Assistance
$5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education Student Debt Pay Down
$10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development Pet Insurance Legal Resources Plan Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Behavioral Health Navigator Tidewater: Newport News/Williamsburg. Position Status: Full-time, Day Shift Position Location: Hybrid. On-site 3 days a week in Newport News/Williamsburg area. 2 days remote. Standard Working Hours: 8:00AM to 5:00PM Key Responsibilities
Conducting initial assessments to determine patients' behavioral health needs and identifying appropriate treatment options. Connecting patients with mental health providers, community resources, and support services. Coordinating and scheduling follow-up appointments to ensure continuity of care. Addressing potential barriers to treatment, such as financial constraints, lack of transportation, or insurance challenges, and working to resolve these obstacles. Providing ongoing education and emotional support to patients and their families, helping them understand their treatment plans and available resources. Collaborating closely with medical staff, social workers, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate comprehensive care. Advocating for patients' mental health needs within the healthcare system and the community. Through compassionate guidance and a patient-centered approach, the Behavioral Health Navigator plays a crucial role in improving access to mental health services, enhancing patient outcomes, and ensuring a seamless transition to appropriate care. Education
One of the following licenses or education is required: RN, LPN OR Bachelors degree in Health & Human Services. LCSW or LPC licensure also acceptable for certain positions. Master's degree Highly Preferred Certification/Licensure
One of the following licenses or education is required: RN, LPN OR Bachelors degree in Health & Human Services. LCSW or LPC licensure also acceptable for certain positions. Experience
Requires a minimum of two (2) years of Case Management Experience or Long-Term Care Experience. Must have behavioral health experience Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision plans Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 Paid Time Off and Sick Leave Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave Emergency Backup Care Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans Life Insurance 401k/403B with Employer Match Tuition Assistance
$5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education Student Debt Pay Down
$10,000 Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development Pet Insurance Legal Resources Plan Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.