Patient Navigator Non-Clinical, UCDHS (SAMHSA)

Job Overview:

The Patient Navigator (Non-Clinical) will meet patients bedside and make referrals to appropriate level treatment while helping remove barriers that may be in the way. This fast-paced environment is perfect for a quick-thinking individual that has mastered motivational interviewing.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelors degree 
• Experience working with individuals struggling with substance misuse, preferably the adult population
• Available to work evenings and weekend shifts in the medical emergency room

Preferred:

• Knowledge of NJ treatment facilities for substance use and services in Union County 

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 11:00am-9:00pm
• Monday-Thursday
• Full-time (FT)

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.  We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.  As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. 

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.