Recovery Navigator/Medical Front Desk

Liberation Programs•Bridgeport, CT

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Liberation Programs is one of Fairfield County's leading behavioral health organizations specializing in treatment for all types of substance use disorders including alcohol, opiates, depressants and stimulants. Our goal is to help individuals and families overcome addiction in order to restore their lives and ultimately strengthen our communities. Liberation provides services for youth, adults and families that include two inpatient treatment programs, outpatient and intensive outpatient services, health education for older adults and people living with HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses, treatment and resources for adolescents and their families, education and prevention efforts in the community, and permanent supportive housing for families. In operation since 1971, the agency has sites in Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk and Bridgeport and served more than 2,400 individuals in our last fiscal year. Our Mission: Liberation Programs' mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness. Liberation Programs, Inc. is currently seeking a Recoveree Navigator to work at our Outpatient Treatment Facility in Bridgeport, CT. Job Purpose/Function : The Recoveree Navigator will serve as a source of hope and support, including as a motivator, recovery resource broker, mentor and liaison to individuals struggling with opioid misuse or other substance misuse, including alcohol. The main function of the Recoveree Navigator will include line monitoring, check ins and treatment support services to Recoverees in our Bridgeport Health and Wellness Center. The ideal person will be enthusiastic, kind, extremely well organized and passionate in working closely with people in recovery.

Requirements

Valid Driver's License, reliable transportation and automobile insurance
Ability to travel to our Bridgeport location, and across Connecticut as needed
Reliable and flexible based on clinic needs
Understanding of medication-assisted treatment and practices
Experienced building effective Coach-Recoveree relationships
Ability to work collaboratively, be an effective listener, and communicate with clinical staff regarding Recoveree needs/progress
High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

Serve as a source of hope and support, including as a motivator, recovery resource broker, mentor and liaison to individuals struggling with opioid misuse or other substance misuse, including alcohol.
Line monitoring, check ins and treatment support services to Recoverees in our Bridgeport Health and Wellness Center.