Behavioral Health Step-down Care Navigator

Sierra Vista Hospital is seeking Step-down Navigator for the Outpatient Department. If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to join a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you!

The Step-Down Navigator will be responsible for managing the workflow of the step-down process. They will ensure eligible patients are identified and engaged in OUTPATIENT discussion as a next step in treatment prior to inpatient discharge. The Step-Down Navigator will be responsible for data collection, communication and report generation to the involved departments and facility CEO.

The Step-Down Navigator is responsible for the entire workflow of the step-down process. They are responsible for meeting with every eligible patient to discuss Outpatient services, methods of transportation, virtual programming options and potential start-dates. This engagement should begin once the treatment plan has been completed by the Social Worker.

Education: Masters degree required

Experience: A minimum of two (2) years experience in patient engagement in a psychiatric treatment environment

Additional Requirements: CPR Certification and successful completion of the hospital's designated behavioral and physical management training program, including appropriate use of seclusion and restraint required before participating in the procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours or shifts (a.m., p.m. or NOC)

Sierra Vista Offers :

• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Education Assistance
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

Why is Sierra Vista Hospital a great place to work?

• Dynamic people
• Team-oriented environment
• Opportunity for advancement
• Great training program for new grads!
• Rewarding career opportunities

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.

The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility located in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families. Since 1986, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems.