Behavioral Health Navigator, Primary Care

Primary responsibilities to include :

• Engages patients in the management of their behavioral health conditions through goal-setting, coordination with community services and providers, and referral services.
• Partners closely with clinical social workers and other members of the clinical team to support care plan
• Identifies and removes barriers that interfere with patient access to behavioral health resources.
• Handles follow-up contact with patient / family, care team, and community agencies.
• Promotes an environment that is sensitive to the culturally diverse needs of patients, families and employees.

Research resources and programs available to patients, including but not limited to :

As a member of the Care Coordination Team :

Education

Bachelor's Degree Health Administration required and Bachelor's Degree Social Work required and Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Experience in care coordination, case management, or patient advocacy 2-3 years required and Experience working with a broad patient population and understanding of community health resources 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Mass General Brigham Medical Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.