Intake Assessment Therapist

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Frenchtown Charter Township, MI

10h

About The Position

The Intake and Assessment Specialist is responsible for providing initial
screening, assessment, referral, and follow-up services for individuals seeking
admission to Harbor Light programs. This role includes evaluating clients'
eligibility, maintaining accurate records, coordinating with external agencies,
and ensuring clients receive appropriate care and support.

Requirements

• Must possess a Master’s degree in the Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Addiction Studies) with significant course work in substance abuse treatment.
• Minimum 18 months experience working in the field of substance abuse plus at least the equivalent of a 6 month Masters level internship in the field of substance abuse
• Possess American Society of Addiction Medicine Training or receive training within one year of employment
• Ability to determine needs and to work with multi-problem individuals
• Ability to develop rapport, trust and confidence in client relationships
• Must possess good communication and teamwork skills
• Strong organizational skills
• TB Test and police clearance required
• Authorization to work within The United States
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, email, and internet
• Must possess MCBAP appropriate certification (CAADC, CADC-M, CADC) or approved MCBAP Development Plan
• Must possess a state of Michigan license (LLMSW, LMSW, LPC, LLPC)
• Complete Safe From Harm training within 30 days of employment, and keep current as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience using Electronic Medical Records preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide screening, assessment, referral and follow up services for individuals seeking admission to Harbor Light programs
• Complete Screening, Assessment, Referral, and Follow-Up data reporting forms
• Assess potential client to determine ability to pay sliding fee scale
• Refer to area Central Diagnostic and Referral Agency for interim services to those individuals who cannot be admitted to treatment within 48 hours
• Maintain waiting list for State funded clients
• Submit Capacity Matrix Forms to Site Administrator
• Serve as a liaison between local probation/parole departments, Central Diagnostic Referral agencies and other outside referral sources
• Establish linkage with a comprehensive community network of health and social service providers
• Maintain a working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine manual and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM –IV TR)
• Complete intake process for clients within established time frame as indicated for each program. This includes completion of all required critical documents
• Provide treatment satisfaction surveys at admission and determine accessibility and efficiency of services
• Follow up with referrals of detox clients to assist in development of aftercare plan

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits which include: Medical Dental Vision Hearing Flexible spending accounts AFLAC Voluntary life insurance benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
• Pet Insurance
• Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment. Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
• The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
• Employee Discounts
• Paid Time Off which includes: Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days. The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked. Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment. Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment. You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire. Birthday off with pay. Paid holidays are effective immediately.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time