POSITION SUMMARY

Wellness Navigators (Navigators) will provide pre and post-release support to male and female incarcerated individuals diagnosed with substance use disorders. Navigators will collaborate with staff on the Wellness Team by facilitating psychoeducational groups pertaining to recovery, relapse, and overdose prevention; conducting psychosocial and treatment assessments; and other program needs and requirements.

Navigators will work with individuals throughout their incarceration to identify recovery goals, and create individualized treatment plans, as well as post-release treatment and aftercare plans. Navigators may attend court with individuals to assist the court and counsel in the development of individuals’ treatment needs and plans.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Receives direction and oversight from both the Assistant Superintendent and Director of Behavioral Health and Treatment

MAJOR DUTIES

1. Evaluate and as...