SUMMARY. The navigator helps patients access evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs) with a focus on low-threshold access to Narcan, MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment), harm reduction, and patient centered linkage to care. Navigators conduct outreach and identification of patients, conduct initial brief assessments, introduce patients to programs and services, facilitate appointments at outpatient clinics, serve as a resource...
SUMMARY. The navigator helps patients access evidence-based treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs) with a focus on low-threshold access to Narcan, MAT (Medication Assisted Treatment), harm reduction, and patient centered linkage to care. Navigators conduct outreach and identification of patients, conduct initial brief assessments, introduce patients to programs and services, facilitate appointments at outpatient clinics, serve as a resource...