Behavioral Health Intake Specialist I

ADELANTE HEALTHCARE INC•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Intake Specialist will serve as the primary person to provide client intakes for the Behavioral Health Program as well as the information contact for individuals inquiring about Behavioral Health programs and services. The individual filing this position will ensure clients are responded to in a timely and professional manner as well as a thorough intake process that meets quality standards for licensing and insurance requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Social Service field
Minimum of one (1) year of experience working with Behavioral Health clients
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent computer skills
Knowledge of Arizona Department of Health Services and RBHA requirements
Knowledge of current versions of DSM and ICD
Knowledge of the cultural, social and economic background of the population being served
Ability to work within a team setting including strong communication skills.
Knowledge of HIPPA, client confidentiality and client rights, which are subject to State and Federal laws and the ability to explain such in terms the client is able to understand
Ability to complete a Behavioral Health Assessment with appropriate clinical oversight
Ability to provide effective and respectful quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural beliefs and practices
Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

Current Arizona Certification as an LCSW, LPC, LISAC or PsyD is preferred
Associate/BHT level staff with intake training or two years’ experience will be considered.
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Experience with community resources and agencies preferred

Responsibilities

Provide intake of individuals who participate in the Behavioral Health Program utilizing all required forms and assuring quality of care
Responsible for telephonic and initial, in-person intake assessment, referral and admission activities.
Ensure prompt response to client and referral needs
Provide clinical screening and assures appropriateness of risk screening, crisis interventions and referrals to the appropriate level of care
Maintain current documentation and records of intake services as well as statistical data and reports required by the program and supervisors.
Participate in department staff meetings, supervision, and other staff meetings as requested
Submit timely monthly reports of services, activities and other reports required by the supervisor and program director.
Promote client care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Adelante Healthcare
IPS done during intake process
train isp procedure
Other duties as requested or assigned
Promoting and participating in interdisciplinary communication and collaboration to enhance the delivery of quality across the health care system.
Maintain an environment which supports and engages patients and co-workers in a caring team-based model to promote wellness and improve health outcomes.
Comply with Adelante Healthcare’s written standards, including its Compliance Program and Standards of Conduct, policies and procedures and reporting of any conduct that potentially violates Adelante’s legal or compliance requirements.