What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Navigator SW MB position at MultiCare Health System?
Where Kids and Families are Always First
MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience.
Mary Bridge Children’s multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We’re continually recognized as a ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
Position Summary
The Mary Bridge Behavioral Health Navigator-SW is a trainee designated position for individuals who are in the process (LSWAIC) of obtaining clinical licensure (LICSW). All job duties and accountabilities outlined in this job description will be supervised by a Mary Bridge Mental Health Clinician – Social Work II or III. The incumbent is responsible for the mental health assessment of emergency department patients and safety planning with patient and family as well as creating outpatient plans and securing appointments prior to discharge or within 48 hours. Active case management of all aspects of behavioral health needs and services provided for 90 days post-discharge. Intent of position is to reduce emergency department utilization for behavioral health needs.
As part of an interdisciplinary team, and to promote optimal health outcomes, the Behavioral Health Navigator-SW provides support and resources to identify and intervene regarding patient/family needs related to: mental health, trauma, environmental and caregiver safety; child abuse and neglect; trauma; grief and loss; adjustment to injury/illness; food, shelter and other basic needs; education and developmental needs, and parenting resource needs. The Behavioral Health Navigator-SW joins with patients and their families in identifying solutions to problems that serve barriers as to behavioral health management. The Behavioral Health Navigator-SW partners with physicians, schools, law enforcement, Children’s Administration, community mental health providers and other service providers in the community to ensure well-coordinated care across the behavioral health care continuum.
Requirements
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $71,677.00 - $103,168.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience.
Mary Bridge Children’s multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We’re continually recognized as a ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift
Position Summary
The Mary Bridge Behavioral Health Navigator-SW is a trainee designated position for individuals who are in the process (LSWAIC) of obtaining clinical licensure (LICSW). All job duties and accountabilities outlined in this job description will be supervised by a Mary Bridge Mental Health Clinician – Social Work II or III. The incumbent is responsible for the mental health assessment of emergency department patients and safety planning with patient and family as well as creating outpatient plans and securing appointments prior to discharge or within 48 hours. Active case management of all aspects of behavioral health needs and services provided for 90 days post-discharge. Intent of position is to reduce emergency department utilization for behavioral health needs.
As part of an interdisciplinary team, and to promote optimal health outcomes, the Behavioral Health Navigator-SW provides support and resources to identify and intervene regarding patient/family needs related to: mental health, trauma, environmental and caregiver safety; child abuse and neglect; trauma; grief and loss; adjustment to injury/illness; food, shelter and other basic needs; education and developmental needs, and parenting resource needs. The Behavioral Health Navigator-SW joins with patients and their families in identifying solutions to problems that serve barriers as to behavioral health management. The Behavioral Health Navigator-SW partners with physicians, schools, law enforcement, Children’s Administration, community mental health providers and other service providers in the community to ensure well-coordinated care across the behavioral health care continuum.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
- Licensed in the state of Washington Licensed Social Worker Associate & Independent Clinical (LSWAIC)
- Health care industry knowledge preferred
- Behavioral health experience/knowledge preferred
- Mission-driven: Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve
- Award-winning: Named ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on ‘Top Doctors’ lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune
- Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026
- Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trials
- Employee-centric: MultiCare is consistently ranked among “America’s Best Employers by State” by Forbes
- Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views
- Explore our services at marybridge.org
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $71,677.00 - $103,168.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Salary : $71,677 - $103,168
