Full-Time | Gainesville, FL | $20.60/hour | Non-Exempt

Meridian has provided compassionate mental health and substance use services for more than 50 years, helping individuals and communities across North Central Florida build healthier futures.

BUILD YOUR CAREER WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Are you passionate about helping people find their way forward during some of life's most challenging moments?

As a Care Coordinator with Meridian's Court Diversion program, you'll have the opportunity to be an advocate, a resource, and a source of support for individuals navigating both behavioral health needs and the criminal justice system. You'll work directly with clients to understand their needs, connect them with treatment and community resources, and help remove barriers that may stand in the way of their recovery and success.

Whether you're meeting with a client, collaborating with a treatment provider, attending court, coordinating with community partners, or helping someone access the resources they need, your work will help create pathways toward stability, recovery, and a healthier future.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive pay: $20.60/hour
• Generous PTO for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement to support continued education and career growth
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture
• Additional employee discounts and perks, including cell phone discounts, travel reimbursement, LegalShield, pet insurance, and more
• The opportunity to build meaningful experience in behavioral health, community-based care, and the court diversion system

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Care Coordinator, Court Diversion, you'll work closely with clients, families, treatment providers, community agencies, and members of the legal system to coordinate services and help individuals successfully navigate their care.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Complete comprehensive assessments to identify each client's individual strengths, challenges, and service needs.
• Work collaboratively with clients to develop a Plan of Care with meaningful goals and objectives that support their individual needs and recovery.
• Connect clients and their families with treatment, support services, and community resources identified in their Plan of Care.
• Maintain communication with providers, agencies, and other members of the client's support network to monitor progress and ensure services continue to meet their needs.
• Advocate on behalf of clients with community agencies, legal entities, court representatives, and Meridian programs.
• Conduct face-to-face visits to monitor client progress and provide support in a variety of settings, including clients' homes, courtrooms, jails, residential programs, and inpatient psychiatric facilities.
• Collaborate with court personnel, jail staff, public defenders, State Attorney representatives, treatment providers, and other community partners.
• Maintain accurate and timely client records, progress notes, and required documentation.
• Document services and activities provided on behalf of clients in accordance with program and organizational requirements.
• Research, develop, and maintain knowledge of community resources available to support clients and their families.
• Help clients navigate barriers to services while promoting engagement, independence, stability, and recovery.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the goals of the Court Diversion program and the individuals we serve.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with mental health populations.
• Forensic or criminal justice experience is preferred.
• Experience working with individuals who may have complex behavioral health, social, or community-based needs is valuable in this role.

YOUR CARE COORDINATION TOOLKIT

You'll be successful in this position if you're compassionate, organized, resourceful, and comfortable working with people from a variety of backgrounds and circumstances.

You'll bring:

• Compassion & Empathy: The ability to meet individuals where they are and provide support without judgment.
• Client Advocacy: A genuine desire to help individuals identify resources, overcome barriers, and access the services they need.
• Relationship Building: The ability to establish positive working relationships with clients, families, treatment providers, community partners, and representatives of the legal system.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across multiple settings.
• Organization & Time Management: The ability to coordinate multiple clients, appointments, responsibilities, and deadlines while maintaining accurate records.
• Problem-Solving: The ability to identify challenges, explore available resources, and work collaboratively toward practical solutions.
• Documentation: Strong attention to detail when completing progress notes, client records, and other required documentation.
• Adaptability: The ability to work effectively in different environments, including community settings, courts, correctional facilities, residential programs, and behavioral healthcare facilities.
• Teamwork: A collaborative approach to supporting clients and working alongside clinical staff, community agencies, and legal partners.
• A commitment to treating every individual with dignity, respect, and compassion.

TRAVEL & COMMUNITY-BASED WORK

This role goes beyond the traditional office setting. Supporting our clients may mean meeting them wherever services and advocacy are needed.

• A valid Florida driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.
• Local travel may be required to support clients and coordinate services.
• Face-to-face client contact may take place in homes, courts, jails, residential programs, inpatient psychiatric facilities, Meridian locations, and other community settings.
• Candidates should be comfortable working collaboratively with behavioral healthcare providers as well as court, correctional, and community partners.

A CAREER WITH PURPOSE

At Meridian, care coordination is about more than connecting someone to a service. It's about helping people see that their current circumstances don't have to define their future.

As part of our Court Diversion program, you'll have the opportunity to advocate for individuals, help them navigate complex systems, connect them with meaningful resources, and support their journey toward recovery and stability.

Some days you'll be coordinating services. Other days you'll be advocating for a client in court, connecting with a community partner, or simply helping someone take the next step forward. Whatever the day brings, you'll know your work has the potential to make a real difference.

If you're compassionate, resourceful, and passionate about behavioral health and helping others build a better future, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for the Care Coordinator, Court Diversion position at Meridian Healthcare.

ABOUT MERIDIAN

For more than 50 years, Meridian Healthcare has provided behavioral health and substance use services throughout North Central Florida. Our mission is to bring hope and healing to individuals, families, and communities.

Our culture is guided by our H.E.A.R.T. values: Hope, Empathy, Accountability, Resilience, and Teamwork.

We're committed to creating a supportive workplace where employees can grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

For information on Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements, visit:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Meridian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.

Benefits and program eligibility may vary by position. Employment is subject to applicable position requirements, including driving eligibility, background requirements, and organizational policies.