Community Re-entry Navigator

Posting Date05/12/26Application Deadline05/19/26Pay RangeAnticipated Hiring Range: $25.25 - $28.88 hourlyFull Pay Range: $25.25 - $39.75 hourlySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentCorrectional HealthAbout The PositionAre you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals navigating life after incarceration?As a Reentry Navigator, you will play a pivotal role in empowering justice-involved individuals as they transition from Maricopa County jails back into the community, helping guide their reintegration by connecting them with vital services and resources to support their success in rebuilding their lives. This role is an essential part of the CHS Community Transitions Division, working closely with the Opioid Treatment Program (OTP). In this impactful position, you will screen patients for the OTP, provide education on medications that treat Opioid Use Disorder (OUD), facilitate connections to community clinics for ongoing support after release, and submit referrals to ensure patients receive the care they need. As a member of this accredited, nationally recognized team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals struggling with addiction while advancing our mission of community reintegration and recovery support.If you would like to collaborate and contribute to our endeavor to fulfill our mission and vision, join us in making a transformative impact.About UsIt's time for you to utilize and perfect your talents.Correctional Health Services is an industry-leading healthcare organization for the incarcerated population, providing 24/7 medical, dental, mental health, psychiatric care, and substance abuse treatment (i.e., Medication Assisted Treatment and Opioid Treatment Program). Our department's culture promotes collaboration, continuous training, and flexibility. We challenge our team to spearhead initiatives, break down barriers, and advance their expertise.Apply now to work with a dynamic group of diverse and talented professionals.Proud to Offer Work with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 12% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe Require One year of full-time behavioral health work and/or substance use experienceBachelor's degree in Behavioral Health, Social Services, or a related fieldOther RequirementsMust be able to pass a Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) human resource fingerprint background check and qualify for a Jail access badge; previous legal history does not eliminate you from this processWe Also Value Experience as a Peer Specialist, Peer Support, or Peer NavigatorCompletion of training in providing comprehensive peer support such as the Arizona Peer Support Employment Training Program, Certified Peer Support Specialist Training, or the Forensic Peer & Family SupportExperience in crisis intervention and suicide risk prevention/educationExperience in organized task management, efficient data gathering, and coordination of large amounts of information to prioritize linkage to care interventionsExperience with triaging internal and external referrals for connection to servicesWorking knowledge of corrections, behavioral health community treatment services, and mental health/substance use terminologyBilingual in Spanish and EnglishJob Contributions Provides peer support, case management, and behavioral health navigation services for justice-involved individuals to assist them in successfully transitioning from incarceration back into the communityConnects individuals to harm reduction servicesDevelops and coordinates community re-entry plans that address risk factors associated with recidivism to the criminal justice systemMaintains knowledge of community resources and contacts to support patient's effective transition back to the communityProvides education on overdose prevention and other preventative measures to address risk factors, e.g., Suicide preventionObtains treatment records and coordinates care with community providers and others relevant to healthcare and community re-entry planWorks collaboratively with program evaluator to ensure timely data collection and reporting are completed in an accurate and timely manner (this is ASU)Uses an electronic health recordMaintains HIPAA patient confidentiality in the management of informationCoordinates with the multidisciplinary team in the management of patient care and departmental objectives, including participation in mental health staff and department meetings and initiativesAdheres to all applicable professional standards and requirements, including modeling the code of ethics associated with licensure and certification and meeting regulatory, licensure, accreditation, health assessment, and CPR requirementsWorking Conditions Travel or floating to various clinical locations is required within a 5-mile radius.Must be able to respond to emergenciesMust maintain CPR certification and get on the floor to perform CPR/chest compressions, push medical equipment, climb stairs, and lift patients on a gurneMust be able to work inside a jail and stand/walk/bend for extended periods of time throughout the shiftMust be able to pass a fingerprint background check and maintain MCSO jail access. This position requires accurately handling a high volume of work, communicating with a culturally diverse patient population, and adapting to frequent changes, interruptions, and unscheduled taskPosition includes day or night shift work, which may include weekends and holidaysSelection ProcedureConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.Apply Now!