Care Navigator for Mental Health & Recovery

Position Title: Care Coordinator Location: Gainesville, FL Salary: $20.60|Hr. | Non-Exempt Why Choose Meridian? For over 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has been a trusted provider of compassionate care for individuals facing mental health and substance use challenges. With service centers across 13 counties in North Central Florida, we are committed to transforming lives and communities from the inside out. We live by our core values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork (H.E.A.R.T.) . If these resonate with you, we invite you to become part of our dedicated and mission-driven team. About the Role As a Care Coordinator , you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational excellence and strategic direction of Meridian. You will: Completes comprehensive assessments, assessing the total needs of the client and ensuring that there is an opioid use disorder. Develops a service plan with specific goals and objectives to resolve service needs with the client's input and therapist agreement Links the client and family with services and resources identified in the Service Plan Provides linkages for childcare services and maintains contact with all staff/agencies providing services for the purpose of monitoring clients' progress and assessing appropriateness of services Serves as an advocate for the client with a wide variety of community agencies and Center programs. Promotes community program development to meet client needs. Conducts face-to-face visits to monitor progress. Prepares and maintains client records, ensures quality of documentation of medical records and records every activity engaged on behalf of a client on a daily basis via Progress Notes Performs other duties as required to meet program and departmental goals and objectives. What We're Looking For Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university with major course work in the areas of healthcare, psychology, or social work. 1-year experience in Care Management with primary care, SMI, SUD or similar populations required . Must have a current Florida Driver's License with a clean driving record while meeting company insurance requirements. What You'll Love About Working at Meridian Vibrant Culture: Friendly, flexible, and engaging work environment with regular celebrations and wellness events. Work-Life Balance: Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple health insurance options, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, and more. Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and mental health resources. Retirement & Compensation: Competitive salary and a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 8% company match after 7 years. Growth Opportunities: Tuition reimbursement, career advancement pathways, and eligibility for public service loan forgiveness. Perks: Discounts on cell phone plans, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply today and help us bring hope and healing to our communities. For information on Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit . Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr