Behavioral Health Access Counselor

Rosecrance Behavioral Health • Rockford, IL

2d • $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide comprehensive diagnostic assessment and determining medically necessary service needs of client. Clients not meeting criteria for a suspected behavioral health illness will be linked with appropriate services in the community. The goal for all clients is to meet their clinical needs, which will enable them to work towards recovery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s in counseling, psychology, social work or another related field.
• Must qualify as a MHP or higher per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132
• Knowledge of DSM diagnoses and appropriate criteria for each diagnosis.
• Knowledge of accepted assessment techniques
• Ability to quickly establish rapport
• Computer proficiency required,
• Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record,
• Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames
• Self-starter with ability to work independently,
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Agency insurance requirements (designated positions),
• Must have own transportation (designated positions).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in licensable field strongly preferred.
• Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC), or licensed in Illinois as a LSW, LPC, or higher, within 2 years of employment.

Responsibilities

• Work hours prescribed by the leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
• Provide centralized diagnostic assessments that include computerized social histories, mental status, presenting problem, diagnosis, and treatment needs.
• Determine appropriate level of care and treatment using centers utilization management criteria, develop corresponding ISP with clients, and coordinate needs with appropriate staff
• Identify the need for immediate crisis intervention services
• Maintain documentation per center quality assurance procedures and clinical performance standards
• Assess client needs and strengths and establish a comprehensive plan that addresses support and treatment needs necessary for less restrictive care and stabilization to occur safely
• Provide linkage, referrals and advocacy with community resources and community organizations
• Cooperate with work team/center/on accomplishment of strategic objectives and activities
• Ensure that the clinical treatment needs are met for consumers, which will enable them to work towards recovery.
• Educate community agencies regarding services offered by Rosecrance
• Serve as a member of the Access team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
• Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law.
• Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer.
• Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance
• Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plan options to meet your needs)
• 401(k) with employer match & discretionary contribution
• Group Life Insurance, LTD and AD&D
• Tuition assistance & licensure/certification reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, sick time, bereavement leave
• Referral program earning up to $1,000 per hire!
• Wellness program, including an on-site gym at select facilities
• Discounts at participating retailers
• Daily pay available through UKG Wallet for financial flexibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level