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Job Description Summary
Department - Health Job Description
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Job Type: Classified
Job Classification: 5789 - Public Health Navigator
Salary Grade: 6
Pay Range
Hiring Range: $21.12 - $24.81 Per Hour
Pay Range: $21.12 - $28.50 Per Hour
Range Explanation:
Hiring Range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.
Pay Range is the entire compensation range for the position.
THIS IS A GRANT-FUNDED POSITION ENDING AUGUST 2028.
The first review of applications will be on 04/03/2026 .
The Pima County Health Department is looking for a compassionate and motivated Peer Navigator to make a real difference in the lives of individuals impacted by substance use disorders. In this role, you'll provide peer support, guidance, and education to help individuals and families at high risk for overdose access behavioral health services, community resources, and recovery tools. You'll also lead community outreach and education efforts, increasing awareness of overdose prevention strategies and connecting people to the care they need.
Working closely with a network of partners, including crisis services, outpatient providers, housing programs, first responders, and the justice system you'll have the opportunity to advocate for clients, help shape systems-level improvements, and develop safety plans that reduce risk. This position offers a unique chance to combine hands-on peer support with community engagement and program coordination. The role operates within the Community Mental Health Addiction Division (CMHA) and reports to a Public Health Program Coordinator. If you are empathetic, resilient, and passionate about helping others, this is your opportunity to create meaningful impact in Pima County.
Essential Functions:
As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, this classification may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Work assignments may vary depending on the department's need and will be communicated to the applicant or incumbent by the supervisor.
Works with participants to set healthcare goals and collaborates with care teams to achieve goals;
Maintains written and/or electronic client records documenting client history, vital information, and services provided to program participants;
Makes presentations to community interest groups on program-related topics;
Assists public health professionals from the department and from the community in health navigation and reducing disparities in the community;
Refers to internal or external case management services when other issues are identified (i.e., hunger issues, domestic violence issues, etc.);
Acts as a department representative and subject matter expert to assigned program(s);
Develops and maintains effective working relationships and coordinates program activities with various stakeholders;
Assists with program reports as required by Program Manager or funders;
Assists with the development and dissemination of public information specific to assigned programs;
Assists in program evaluation activities such as conducting surveys, facilitating focus groups, hosting stakeholder meetings, and gathering data;
Communicates and effectively interacts with people of diverse and complex cultures.
Pimacounty · Tucson, AZ