TN Recovery Navigator - Lifeline Coordinator; Nashville TN

JOB TITLE

Recovery Navigator

2nd Shift Sun - Sat and as needed

D.O.E.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Meeting personally in emergency rooms with patients who have recently overdosed
• Referring patients to treatment and recovery support services based on their interest
• Increasing access to treatment and recovery support programs for individuals in Emergency Rooms who present with substance use related issues
• Building and maintaining relationships with employees and leadership teams at designated hospitals (May include other local healthcare facilities including health departments and clinics)
• Building and enhancing community-based resources including relationships with faith-based organizations in partnership with current Project Lifeline
• When able, coordinating with community partners to increase the availability of evidence-based recovery programs such as, but not limited to, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA)
• Attending required trainings and organization meetings
• Submitting all required data components through state of Tennessee reporting platform
• Ensuring compliance with all HIPAA regulations according to policy and procedure

• Pre‑screen perspective patients for appropriateness to enter treatment, completing pre‑admission screening form.
• Completes all assessment forms and releases necessary in the admission process, including contacting the referral source, verifying the individual's admission to treatment.
• Assist with recovery groups and documents accordingly i.e., admissions, treatment plans, assessments, ASAMs, progress notes, etc.
• Skilled in crisis intervention.
• Is knowledgeable of and adheres to the State and Federal mandates with regard to confidentiality.
• Adheres to TN Counselor Code of Ethics and Buffalo Valley policies and procedures.

• Peer Recovery Specialist Certificate required and must maintain certification in accordance with state standards or eligible to immediately train to receive their CPRS within 2 months, required
• A minimum of two years' continuous sobriety and active participation in a 12‑Step program (if in recovery); ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals and respond to inquiries and issues with tact and good judgment; writing ability to maintain accurate records; verbal communication skills to make effective presentations and lead groups; ability to interface with persons inside and outside the agency and promote a positive image for Buffalo Valley, Inc.
• Must attend mandatory training sessions and/or meetings as defined, required
• Pass Background Check and Drug Screen required
• Must have strong computer skills with ability to type 30 wpm
• Must demonstrate effective interpersonal communication skills and strong organizational skills with paperwork
• Keeps a current CPR and First Aid certifications, required
• Valid TN D.L. with "F" endorsement required; can be obtained once hired

• Bachelor's degree from 4‑year college or university, LADAC, or A&D Certification, preferred but not required
• One‑year minimum related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; if in recovery, must be in recovery from substance abuse for a period of no less than 2 years
• High School Diploma or GED

• Health
• Vision
• Paid Vacation and Sick time
• 401K
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary purchase)
• Optional: AFLAC policies available through payroll deduction

Buffalo Valley is a Drug‑Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Buffalo Valley does not discriminate against a job applicant or an employee because of the person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.