Care Navigator Jobs in Pennsylvania
Care navigator jobs in Pennsylvania concentrate in integrated health systems, managed care organizations, and community health settings, with strong demand at both entry and senior levels. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers like Independence Blue Cross, UPMC, and Penn Medicine. The most in-demand specialties are behavioral health navigation, chronic disease management, and Medicaid population care coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Date posted: January 15, 2026
Job description:
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA OF LANCASTER-LEBANON COUNTIES
245 Butler Ave. Suite 204, Lancaster PA 17601
JOB TITLE: Prison Advocate and Educator
POSITION REPORTS TO: Program Manager
CLASSIFICATION:
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Mental Health Prison Advocate and Educator will assist the incarcerated with mental health needs by providing education and support as well as advocating for their special needs. The Advocate and Support staff will ensure proper linkage to services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Will run support groups for the incarcerated at both the Lancaster County Prison and the Lebanon County Correctional Facility.
· Will run educational groups to educate the incarcerated on mental illness, available services, and treatment
· Will conduct CIT trainings to educate police officers to respond to mental health issues
· Will advocate for and educate the incarcerated on mental health and wellness needs
· Will serve on committees in support of mental health services for the incarcerated
· Will ensure that those incarcerated have access to a continuum of care by referring and advocating appropriate services
· Will coordinate the incarcerates’ care with corrections staff to ensure their special needs are addressed
· Will support by providing resources, advocacy and 1:1 support to the incarcerated post release
Expectations:
· Maintain consumer confidentiality consistent with MHALC policies
· Accurate and timely case, file, and program record keeping
· Qualified representation of the agency on community committees, coalitions, etc., as assigned
· Effectively manage time to meet responsibilities
· Conduct program/service evaluations to measure impact of activities
· Participation in supervision, staff meetings and trainings
· Successfully complete the Lancaster County Prison and Lebanon County Correctional Facility Vendor training
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience include but are not limited to the following: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in education, social work, psychology, or a directly related human service field, and experience working with the incarcerated population. Associate degrees will be accepted with a minimum of two years of experience working directly with the incarcerated population.
NOTE: MHALC is a dynamic organization changing as needed to best address its goals and seeks a candidate that is adaptable and responsive to the needs.
Job Type: Part-time (30 hrs)
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lancaster, PA 17601 (Required)
- Lebanon, PA 17046 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Date posted: January 15, 2026
Job description:
MENTAL HEALTH AMERICA OF LANCASTER-LEBANON COUNTIES
245 Butler Ave. Suite 204, Lancaster PA 17601
JOB TITLE: Prison Advocate and Educator
POSITION REPORTS TO: Program Manager
CLASSIFICATION:
PURPOSE OF POSITION: Mental Health Prison Advocate and Educator will assist the incarcerated with mental health needs by providing education and support as well as advocating for their special needs. The Advocate and Support staff will ensure proper linkage to services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Will run support groups for the incarcerated at both the Lancaster County Prison and the Lebanon County Correctional Facility.
· Will run educational groups to educate the incarcerated on mental illness, available services, and treatment
· Will conduct CIT trainings to educate police officers to respond to mental health issues
· Will advocate for and educate the incarcerated on mental health and wellness needs
· Will serve on committees in support of mental health services for the incarcerated
· Will ensure that those incarcerated have access to a continuum of care by referring and advocating appropriate services
· Will coordinate the incarcerates’ care with corrections staff to ensure their special needs are addressed
· Will support by providing resources, advocacy and 1:1 support to the incarcerated post release
Expectations:
· Maintain consumer confidentiality consistent with MHALC policies
· Accurate and timely case, file, and program record keeping
· Qualified representation of the agency on community committees, coalitions, etc., as assigned
· Effectively manage time to meet responsibilities
· Conduct program/service evaluations to measure impact of activities
· Participation in supervision, staff meetings and trainings
· Successfully complete the Lancaster County Prison and Lebanon County Correctional Facility Vendor training
· Other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience include but are not limited to the following: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in education, social work, psychology, or a directly related human service field, and experience working with the incarcerated population. Associate degrees will be accepted with a minimum of two years of experience working directly with the incarcerated population.
NOTE: MHALC is a dynamic organization changing as needed to best address its goals and seeks a candidate that is adaptable and responsive to the needs.
Job Type: Part-time (30 hrs)
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Lancaster, PA 17601 (Required)
- Lebanon, PA 17046 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in care navigator jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania licensure as an RN, LPC, or LSW preferred by most employers
- Bachelor's degree in social work, nursing, public health, or a related field
- Experience with care coordination, case management, or patient advocacy
- Familiarity with Pennsylvania Medicaid, HealthChoices, or managed care platforms
- Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong knowledge of community resources and social determinants of health in Pennsylvania
Care Navigator Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a care navigator in Pennsylvania?
Most care navigator roles in Pennsylvania require a bachelor's degree in social work, nursing, or public health, with many employers preferring candidates who hold an active Pennsylvania license such as an RN through the State Board of Nursing or an LSW or LPC through the State Board of Social Workers. A nationally recognized credential like the Certified Case Manager credential also strengthens candidacy. Entry-level roles often hire candidates with a relevant degree and a completed field placement or internship.
Which companies hire care navigators in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring care navigators in Pennsylvania right now include Net Health, Temple University Health System, and Blackbird Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems and managed care organizations generate the most consistent openings, particularly for navigators focused on Medicaid and behavioral health populations.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most care navigator jobs?
Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Butler account for the greatest concentration of care navigator openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia dominates due to its density of health systems, managed care payers, and federally qualified health centers, while Pittsburgh's UPMC network and Allentown's growing Lehigh Valley Health Network drive openings in their respective regions.
Are there remote care navigator jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based roles, since care navigation often involves coordinating directly with patients, care teams, and community organizations. About 91% of care navigator openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. The functions most likely to be performed remotely are telephonic outreach, utilization review support, and population health coordination for managed care employers.
How can I get hired as a care navigator in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to care coordinator or patient advocate roles at Pennsylvania's large health systems, which regularly hire recent graduates. UPMC and Jefferson Health both run new-graduate programs and associate-level care management tracks that do not require prior navigation experience. Candidates moving from roles like medical social work intern, community health worker, or patient services representative are well positioned. Completing a Pennsylvania-approved field placement in a clinical or community setting and pursuing the Certified Case Manager credential early gives candidates a meaningful edge.
Where can I find and apply to care navigator jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to care navigator jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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