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Care Navigator jobs are open across healthcare systems, insurance, managed care, and community health organizations, from entry-level to senior and lead roles, with specializations in case management, behavioral health navigation, and chronic disease support. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Veteran Care Navigator (VCN) provides in-person veteran peer support services to Veterans and members of the Armed Services under the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. This position focuses on suicide prevention, care coordination, and facilitation of access to behavioral healthcare and supportive services. The VCN engages Veterans, families, and community partners to promote connection to services and reduce barriers to care.
The Veteran Care Navigator ensures services are delivered in compliance with applicable grant requirements, organizational policies, and state and federal regulations, including timely and accurate documentation. The VCN works collaboratively with internal teams, leadership, and community-based partners to support Veteran engagement, continuity of care, and positive service outcomes. Services are provided using trauma-informed, person-centered, recovery-oriented, and shared decision-making approaches.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides Veteran peer support and suicide prevention–focused services in accordance with established standards, program expectations, and SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant requirements.
- Conducts outreach, engagement, and follow-up with Veterans and eligible family members to promote access to behavioral health and suicide prevention services.
- Represents Centerstone to internal and external stakeholders, including grant funders, Veteran-serving organizations, and community partners, and supports relationship-building efforts to meet grant objectives.
- Provides community education and consultation related to suicide prevention, Veteran mental health, and available grant-funded services.
- Supports program operations to ensure all grant deliverables and performance measures are completed accurately and within required timeframes.
- Participates in program development activities, process improvement efforts, and implementation of grant-related workflows to ensure compliance and service quality.
- Maintains accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with organizational policy and grant and regulatory requirements.
- Contributes to the management and maintenance of resource and provider network information, including Veteran-specific and suicide prevention resources.
- Provides targeted case management and referral services using a shared decision-making approach to support individualized care planning.
- Identifies barriers to engagement and utilizes brief, solution-focused emotional support techniques to encourage ongoing participation in services.
- Assesses suicide risk and safety concerns and implements appropriate safety management interventions; initiates referrals and linkages as clinically indicated and remains engaged until safety and stabilization are achieved.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of program goals and organizational mission.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
- Knowledge of military culture and the unique needs of Veterans and their families.
- Working knowledge of Veteran-serving organizations, suicide prevention resources, and community-based supports.
- Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families, and community partners.
- Strong customer service skills and professional communication practices.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, including time management, prioritization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to problem-solve, exercise sound judgment, and respond effectively in high-risk or crisis situations.
- Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work in community-based settings and attend in-person meetings as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Military veteran status required. Must have one year experience in behavioral health field.
Physical Requirements
Standing – 20%
Sitting – 80%
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – Occasional
Bending – Occasional
Driving – Occasional
Lifting – Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Range:
$17.35-$24.30
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
INTRODUCTION
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Veteran Care Navigator (VCN) provides in-person veteran peer support services to Veterans and members of the Armed Services under the SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant. This position focuses on suicide prevention, care coordination, and facilitation of access to behavioral healthcare and supportive services. The VCN engages Veterans, families, and community partners to promote connection to services and reduce barriers to care.
The Veteran Care Navigator ensures services are delivered in compliance with applicable grant requirements, organizational policies, and state and federal regulations, including timely and accurate documentation. The VCN works collaboratively with internal teams, leadership, and community-based partners to support Veteran engagement, continuity of care, and positive service outcomes. Services are provided using trauma-informed, person-centered, recovery-oriented, and shared decision-making approaches.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides Veteran peer support and suicide prevention–focused services in accordance with established standards, program expectations, and SSG Fox Suicide Prevention Grant requirements.
- Conducts outreach, engagement, and follow-up with Veterans and eligible family members to promote access to behavioral health and suicide prevention services.
- Represents Centerstone to internal and external stakeholders, including grant funders, Veteran-serving organizations, and community partners, and supports relationship-building efforts to meet grant objectives.
- Provides community education and consultation related to suicide prevention, Veteran mental health, and available grant-funded services.
- Supports program operations to ensure all grant deliverables and performance measures are completed accurately and within required timeframes.
- Participates in program development activities, process improvement efforts, and implementation of grant-related workflows to ensure compliance and service quality.
- Maintains accurate, timely, and complete documentation in accordance with organizational policy and grant and regulatory requirements.
- Contributes to the management and maintenance of resource and provider network information, including Veteran-specific and suicide prevention resources.
- Provides targeted case management and referral services using a shared decision-making approach to support individualized care planning.
- Identifies barriers to engagement and utilizes brief, solution-focused emotional support techniques to encourage ongoing participation in services.
- Assesses suicide risk and safety concerns and implements appropriate safety management interventions; initiates referrals and linkages as clinically indicated and remains engaged until safety and stabilization are achieved.
- Performs other duties as assigned in support of program goals and organizational mission.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
- Knowledge of military culture and the unique needs of Veterans and their families.
- Working knowledge of Veteran-serving organizations, suicide prevention resources, and community-based supports.
- Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families, and community partners.
- Strong customer service skills and professional communication practices.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated organizational skills, including time management, prioritization, and attention to detail.
- Ability to problem-solve, exercise sound judgment, and respond effectively in high-risk or crisis situations.
- Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work in community-based settings and attend in-person meetings as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
Military veteran status required. Must have one year experience in behavioral health field.
Physical Requirements
Standing – 20%
Sitting – 80%
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – Occasional
Bending – Occasional
Driving – Occasional
Lifting – Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Time Type:
Full time
Pay Range:
$17.35-$24.30
Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
- Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
- 403b retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off and ten paid holidays
- AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- McLaren Health Care5
- Atrium Health3
- Norton Healthcare3
- Optum3
- Essen Health Care2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services45
- Consulting & Professional Services3
- Education3
- Insurance2
- Non-Profit & Social Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in care navigator jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, nursing, public health, or a related field
- Experience with care coordination, case management, or community health outreach
- Familiarity with electronic health records such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth
- Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Certified Health Worker (CHW) credential preferred or required
- Strong knowledge of local community resources, social determinants of health, and referral processes
- Bilingual proficiency, particularly Spanish, preferred for roles serving diverse patient populations
Tips for Your Care Navigator Job Search
Tailor your resume for care coordination
Highlight specific metrics like caseload size, patient populations you served, and any reduction in avoidable ER visits or gaps in care you helped close. Generic healthcare experience won't stand out the way documented navigation outcomes do.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists care navigator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target settings that match your clinical background
Care navigator roles differ sharply between acute hospital systems, Medicaid managed care plans, and community health centers. Identify which setting your experience aligns with and focus your search there to avoid roles that require population-specific credentials you don't yet hold.
Get your CHW or CCM credential before applying
Many employers now require a Certified Health Worker or Certified Case Manager credential at the time of hire, not after onboarding. Completing either before you apply removes a common screening filter that eliminates otherwise strong candidates early in the process.
Prepare a resource-mapping example for interviews
Interviewers at health systems and managed care organizations routinely ask you to walk through how you connect a patient with community resources. Have a specific, real example ready that covers identifying the need, finding a local resource, and confirming the patient followed through.
Negotiate around caseload, not just compensation
Before accepting an offer, ask directly about average caseload per navigator and how it's distributed. An unmanageable ratio affects your ability to perform well and often predicts burnout, making it worth clarifying during the offer conversation rather than after you start.
Care Navigator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most care navigators?
The companies hiring the most care navigators right now include McLaren Health Care, Atrium Health, and Norton Healthcare, with the largest share of openings in Michigan, New York, and Massachusetts, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health systems, Medicaid managed care plans, and federally qualified health centers consistently account for the majority of active postings.
How many care navigator jobs are remote?
About 19% of care navigator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote options most common in telephonic care management and insurance-based utilization management roles. Positions tied to in-person patient outreach, hospital discharge planning, or community health work are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a care navigator?
Start with a degree in social work, nursing, public health, or a related healthcare field, then gain direct experience in patient-facing settings like case management, community health outreach, or discharge planning. Earning a Certified Case Manager or Certified Health Worker credential strengthens your candidacy. Familiarity with electronic health records and local social service resources rounds out most employer requirements.
Can you get hired as a care navigator with little experience?
Yes, entry-level care navigator roles exist, particularly at community health centers and Medicaid health plans that prioritize lived experience with the patient population over clinical credentials. Volunteering with social service organizations, completing a CHW certification, and demonstrating fluency in the language spoken by a target community can substitute for formal work history in many of these postings.
What does the care navigator interview process look like?
Most care navigator interviews include an initial phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with a clinical supervisor or care team lead. Expect scenario-based questions that ask you to walk through how you'd handle a patient with multiple barriers to care. Some employers add a brief writing exercise or ask you to demonstrate familiarity with a specific electronic health record system.
Where can I find and apply to care navigator jobs?
You can find and apply to care navigator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your background, experience level, and preferred setting, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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