Family Navigator - Neurodevelopmental Clinic

SOUTHWESTERN AND AFFILIATES • Evansville, IN

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About The Position

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a Family Navigator in Child & Family Developmental Services at the Neurodevelopmental Clinic of SW Indiana in Evansville, Indiana. The position coordinates multidisciplinary services for identified children and families and collaborates with community partners and referral sources. It provides case management and skills training and development services in the office, at home, and in the community.

The Family Navigator coordinates care, supports low-barrier access to services, screens for appropriate services, and advocates for children and families with complex needs. The role also maintains service records and documentation, develops treatment plans and goals with families and referral sources, participates in team meetings and staff development, and provides emergency counseling and crisis intervention when necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or another related field.
• Ability to assess emergency situations and respond appropriately and therapeutically.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Auto insurance meeting Indiana’s minimum coverage requirements.
• Must qualify for the company’s vehicle liability insurance.
• Must pass required background checks, including county and state checks, fingerprinting, a CPS check, a sex offender registry check, and a drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children who have dual diagnoses of Serious Emotional Disturbance and Neurodevelopmental Disorder.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate services for children and families referred to the Development Clinic, including communicating with parties involved in treatment, identifying needs, facilitating referrals, and coordinating and attending collateral meetings.
• Assist families with low-barrier access to services.
• Provide community-based skills training and development services for children and families based on their needs.
• Maintain appropriate service records that reflect patient progress.
• Develop treatment plans and goals in conjunction with families and referral sources.
• Maintain documents, collect data, and submit reports within established time frames.
• Screen for appropriate services, communicate professionally, make referrals, and coordinate services with community agencies.
• Attend and participate in team meetings with families and the multidisciplinary team of providers.
• Advocate for families and children with complex needs.
• Participate in assigned ongoing staff training and development activities to enhance job performance.
• Provide emergency counseling and crisis intervention when necessary.

Benefits

• Affordable health, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance beginning on the first day of employment.
• 401(k) employer contribution and match.
• Student loan assistance program.
• Physical and financial wellness programs.
• Generous paid time off plan.
• Competitive total compensation program.
• Individualized orientation and training program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time