Immediate Access to Care Coordinator
About The Position
Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance use disorder, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC's comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society. Family Guidance Centers, Inc seeks to support the behavioral health of individuals, families, and communities through our commitment to innovation, accountability, and compassionate care to facilitate positive, lasting change. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Provides coordination for all patients seeking treatment services at Family Guidance Centers, Inc. and screening for all levels of care and assists with the coordination of care. Complete FGC intake screening documents via face-to-face or telehealth to determine appropriate level of care. Respond to bookings/emails for daily assessment assignments in a timely manner. Administer the biopsychosocial assessments in EHR (SAMMS) with attention to clinical detail and justification from DSM. Complete all intake paperwork including admission note within one business day of the intake. Utilize the SOAP clinical note format for documentation. Coordinate admission process with Retention Specialist to ensure successful completion of all steps by patient (i.e., toxicology, medical team/nursing). Communicate to appropriate staff/referral sources as needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED required
- Experience in/with substance use, detox programs, medication-assisted treatment, behavioral healthcare and/or community relations encouraged to apply.
- IAODAPCA Certified Alcohol and Other Drugs Counselor (CADC) required, or able to obtain within allotted time of hire date.
- DCFS clearance required.
- Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment (including THC and/or CBD).
Responsibilities
- Provides coordination for all patients seeking treatment services at Family Guidance Centers, Inc.
- Screening for all levels of care and assists with the coordination of care.
- Complete FGC intake screening documents via face-to-face or telehealth to determine appropriate level of care.
- Respond to bookings/emails for daily assessment assignments in a timely manner.
- Administer the biopsychosocial assessments in EHR (SAMMS) with attention to clinical detail and justification from DSM.
- Complete all intake paperwork including admission note within one business day of the intake.
- Utilize the SOAP clinical note format for documentation.
- Coordinate admission process with Retention Specialist to ensure successful completion of all steps by patient (i.e., toxicology, medical team/nursing).
- Communicate to appropriate staff/referral sources as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
