Clinical Intake Coordinator

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services•Cincinnati, OH

1d•$26 - $36•Hybrid

About The Position

As part of a mission focused, innovative, clinical program, the Clinical Intake Coordinator will work within an interdisciplinary team to provide services to youth involved in the juvenile justice system. This will include working with treatment staff and court personnel to coordinate care for clients in the Lighthouse Individualized Docket Services (LIDS) program. The staff member will work closely with possible clients, Lighthouse staff, court personnel, and other treatment providers to meet client needs and access to services.

Requirements

Professional licensure in State of Ohio as a Counselor, or Social Worker
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Knowledge of or willingness to learn and apply trauma-informed care principles

Nice To Haves

Masters in Counseling or Social Work Preferred
One year of professional social service experience preferred

Responsibilities

Completes intake and initial diagnostic assessments for youth, determining needs and appropriate level of care.
Documents services with basic understanding of compliance and billing for regulatory bodies.
Initiates services within the expected timeframe as set by agency standards.
Completes progress notes and service documentation per agency standards.
Meets with probation officers for possible client referrals gaining access to the Lighthouse Individualized Docket Services (LIDS) program
Assist the family to negotiate the referral process for more efficient and effective engagement on the docket
Identify clients that best meet referral criteria and work with families and court personnel so that paperwork is properly completed
Work collaboratively with agencies, courtroom personnel, and family members involved with Juvenile Court
Assist the court to screen and process clients for LIDS program, including conducting initial screens with clients and family and integrate into the court functions as much as possible
Report findings to LIDS team and court personnel
Attend various court meetings including plea hearing, disposition hearings, and others as required
Complete follow up with all families who have completed the program
Track client referrals through the process until acceptance onto the docket and track appropriate metrics for client referrals as well as data for quality improvement and outcomes
Facilitate communication between service providers, Judges, LIDS team, and court personnel
Gather relevant records for client’s admission to program
Complete and maintain documentation of services

Benefits

Competitive pay based on licensure/education
Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated based on hire date)
Medical, dental, vision, including company paid life and long-term disability insurance.
401k Retirement Plan including company match (up to 6%)
Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Payment Reimbursement ($5,250 per year)
Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program
YMCA Discounts, Cell Phone Discounts, Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Engaging Wellness Program
Paid Employee Leave Options (Parental, Bereavement, Jury Duty)
Flexible work schedules to meet with clients in morning and/or evening hours for best service delivery.
Licensure renewal reimbursement
Ability to obtain internal supervision towards increased licensure.
Paid training and professional development opportunities.
Paid assistance with obtaining Trauma-Informed Care Certification.
Referral Bonus Program