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Client Navigator

Hillcrest Family Services
place Dubuque, 52001
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
COVID
Substance Abuse
Trauma
ECT

About Job

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  • Serve as the initial point of contact for clients and referrals, providing orientation to the clinic and its services.
  • Provide clear, client-centered guidance on the care process, program expectations, and treatment pathways. Offer support to reduce anxiety and build trusting relationships.
  • Respond to client inquiries and assist clients with the completion of paperwork.
  • Assist clients in navigating behavioral health, physical health, and social service programs.
  • Provide care coordination and linkage to internal services (e.g. therapy, psychiatry, care management) and external resources (e.g. housing, transportation, food assistance).
  • Identify and help resolve barriers to care such as scheduling, transportation, and documentation issues.
  • Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary treatment team to ensure timely engagement and follow-up.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of available community resources.
  • Track client progress and follow up on missed appointments or disengagement.
  • Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
  • Organize and review client charts and documentation prior to appointments to ensure all necessary information is complete and accessible to providers for efficient care delivery.
  • Participate in team meetings, case reviews, and quality improvement activities.
  • Other duties as assigned.
What You Need
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of behavioral health and primary care systems and community resources.
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Ability to accurately complete tasks assigned in a fast-paced, constantly changing work environment.
  • Compassionate, client-centered approach.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Proficiency in electronic health records and Microsoft Office Suite.
What Makes You Stand Out
  • Associates or Bachelors degree
  • 1 - 2 years of experience with health care clinic operations.
  • Experience working as a client navigator or community health worker.
Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30+ hours a week:
  • Health insurance (up to 79% employer paid)
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with profit sharing and employer match
  • Paid time off
  • 10 paid holidays
  • Staff development and training
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for federal student loans
  • Employer paid CEU's through Relias
  • On-site primary care
  • PerkSpot- employee discount program
  • Employee assistance program
  • Advancement opportunities
About the ProgramThe CCBHC program provides all-encompassing brain health, primary care, and substance use care by expanding access to care, removing barriers to care, and supporting all needs for each client we serve. Hillcrest Family Service CCBHC provides a comprehensive array of services needed to create access, stabilize people in crisis, and provide the necessary treatment for those with the most serious, complex mental illnesses and substance use disorders. Our program integrates additional services to ensure an approach to health care that emphasizes recovery, wellness, trauma-informed care, and physical-behavioral health integration.About the OrganizationHillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. We're a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.**COVID-19 Vaccination Not Required**Apply Now" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal First Name" required="required" value="">Legal First Name*" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal Last Name" required="required" value="">Legal Last Name*" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Email*" onpaste="return false;" autocomplete="off" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Confirm Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Confirm Email*Phone*arrow_drop_downsearchsearchNo results found.Do you consent to receiving text communications related to your job application via SMS from HILLCREST FAMILY SERVICES, which may include autodialed and automated messages, at the mobile number provided? Message frequency may vary and applicable data rates may apply.*Yes/No * Yes No" id="quick-apply-desktop__application-form__resume__input" accept=".pdf,.doc,.docx,.txt,.ppt,.pptx" required="required" style="width: 0; height: 0; opacity: 0; overflow: hidden; position: absolute; z-index: -1; " data-parsley-errors-container="#quick-apply-desktop__application-form__resume__errors-container" aria-label="Attach Resume" tabindex="-1"> Attach Resume/CV*Start Applicationchevron_leftSign InWelcome ! It looks like you have an account with this email. Please enter your password to complete your application." class=" input--dark-grey" minlength="8" maxlength="30" required="required" value="">Password* Sign InThanks!An email has been sent to you with a password to access your account.Ready for the next step?View More PostingsApply Now" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal First Name" required="required" value="">Legal First Name*" class=" central-validator input--dark-grey" aria-label="Legal Last Name" required="required" value="">Legal Last Name*" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Email*" onpaste="return false;" autocomplete="off" class=" input--dark-grey" data-parsley-type="email" aria-label="Confirm Email" minlength="1" required="required" value="">Confirm Email*Phone*arrow_drop_downsearchsearchNo results found.Do you consent to receiving text communications related to your job application via SMS from HILLCREST FAMILY SERVICES, which may include autodialed and automated messages, at the mobile number provided? Message frequency may vary and applicable data rates may apply.*Yes/No * Yes No
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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder
Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Issues

COVID
Substance Abuse
Trauma

Age Groups

Children (5-10)
Preteens/Tweens (11-13)
Adults

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Families
Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Individuals with Addiction Issues
Aviation/Transportation
School

Settings

Milieu
Non-profit
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
Forensic