Behavioral Health Navigator - Hep C Free Program - MD160

Behavioral Health Navigator - Hep C Location: This position is primarily community-based, with some time spent at NARA NW clinic locations: Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212 & Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St., Portland, OR 97233 Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wage Range: $23.20 – $27.50 hourly, Non-Exempt Position Overview The Behavioral Health Navigator provides outreach, engagement, care coordination, and navigation services for individuals participating in or eligible for the Hep C program, including those diagnosed with Hepatitis C and those at risk. This role supports clients in accessing and engaging with comprehensive services including medical care, mental health, psychiatry, substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, and social services. The Navigator offers advocacy and follow-up to promote continuity of care and improved health outcomes, navigating clients through complex systems of care, addressing barriers to access, and ensuring successful connection to needed services. What You Will Do Conduct outreach and engagement with individuals who have Hepatitis C or are at risk, including those not yet connected to care. Serve as a point of contact to help clients navigate and access internal and external services, including primary care, Hep C treatment, mental health, psychiatry, SUD treatment, and social services. Provide client-centered support, mentoring, and encouragement to promote engagement in care and recovery-oriented services. Coordinate referrals and actively follow up to ensure successful linkage to services and continuity of care. Escort clients to appointments (medical, behavioral health, or social services) when appropriate. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including medical providers, behavioral health staff, case managers, and housing/support service staff. Assist clients in overcoming barriers to care, including transportation, scheduling, and system navigation challenges. Support health education efforts, including education related to Hepatitis C prevention and treatment. Document all outreach, engagement, and care coordination activities in a timely and accurate manner. #J-18808-Ljbffr Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA)