Court Navigator

Cayuga Counseling Services, Inc. is seeking a Court Navigator to support justice involved individuals with mental health needs who are currently in the community to improve outcomes. Navigators work with local systems to coordinate voluntary care for justice- involved individuals to support their health, wellness and recovery.

The Court Navigator will be responsible for the following:

• Conduct initial screenings to assist with referrals to mental health and/or substance use treatment services and to determine if a more comprehensive evaluation is needed.
• Connect individuals with the appropriate mental health services, treatment programs community resources based on their needs and circumstances.
• Follow up with referred individuals and community providers to ensure seamless transition and engagement in services. If individuals are not attending treatment, continue to encourage participation and where possible, resolve potential barriers.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive resource guide of appropriate local behavioral health and social services to assist with matching individuals with the best resources to promote health, wellness and recovery.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration with existing providers, criminal justice stakeholders and agencies on mental health service-related issues.
• Provide participants with information about court processes and educate them in court terms and conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of clients served, interventions, and outcomes.
• Prepare reports as required.
• Enter data on program referrals, participant demographics, interventions and outcomes into the OMH Diversion Center Navigator data collection system.
• Coordinate with OMH Diversion Center to discuss system issues and develop innovative solutions to barriers.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualified Candidates will have:

• a Bachelor's degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology or a related field. Plus 1-year prior experience working in mental health, criminal justice or substance abuse field
• Must possess strong communication skills, be self-motivated and able to multi-task.

The Agency offers:

• 3 Weeks PTO in your first year, 4 weeks in your second year.
• 10 Holidays off per year, including a floating holiday.
• 96 hours of sick time annually accruing 8 hours per month
• 48 hours of wellness time annually (4 hours accrue per month) that can be used any time you feel you need some time for yourself.
• Agency sponsored life and dental insurances for employees, family plans are also available.
• 6 different health insurance plans to choose from to fit your needs.
• Sabbatical: After 5years of service you are eligible for 4 weeks paid time off that does not go against your other PTO.
• EEO

Salary : $47,000 - $47,840