Behavioral Health Navigator
About The Position
This position is based out of our Federal Way Permanent Supportive Housing site. The Behavioral Health Navigator reports to the Director of Public Health Equity. This position is primarily based out of our permanent supportive housing facility in Federal Way and will connect participants in need of mental health and substance use support to the appropriate programs and services offered in the community. The Behavioral Health Navigator will develop and maintain a network of mental health and substance use resources to provide warm referrals for participants. They will help participants navigate the mental health system and overcome barriers to ensure they do not fall through the cracks. In addition to working at the Federal Way site, this position will support participants at other ULMS sites by referral, including the young adult shelter and resource center as needed.
Requirements
- 2 years of experience working with underserved communities in direct service capacity
- Direct experience or experience working with people experiencing homelessness and/or experiencing behavioral health or substance use issues
- Passionate about providing direct service
- Understanding of social determinants of health
- Strong knowledge of behavioral health conditions and barriers to accessing care
- Strong de-escalation skills
- Proficiency with MS Office – Word, Excel, Outlook
- Ability to develop and maintain relationships with staff and partner organizations
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to connect with a diverse audience
- Ability to work independently with limited supervision
- Demonstrates cultural competency
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including late nights and weekends as needed
Responsibilities
- Connect participants in need of mental health and substance use support to the appropriate programs and services
- Develop and maintain a network of mental health and substance use resources to provide warm referrals for participants
- Help participants navigate the mental health system and overcome barriers
- Support participants at other ULMS sites by referral
Benefits
- Medical - $11,176.08 per year
- Dental - $540 per year
- Vision - $65.04 per year
- Group Life & ADD - $41.70 per year
- Employee Assistance Program - ~$57.60 per year
- 403(b) retirement - $100 per month
- Health & Fitness Benefit - $419.88 per year
- LinkedIn Learning Account
- Professional Development Funds – up to $1500 per year for approved professional development activities
- ~ 3.5 weeks of PTO accrued annually during first 24 months of employment
- 8 annual personal holiday/health and wellness days
- 11 paid holidays + 6 day paid winter holiday break
- WA State Paid Family & Medical Leave – 0.8% of salary - 100% employer paid
- Workers Compensation Coverage - ~$436.80 - ~$3,993.60 per year (depending on class code)
- Taxes – 9.8% of salary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
