Intake Specialist I (HLC)

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory•Indianapolis, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Salvation Army Mission Statement: The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Salary Range Starting At: $24.00/ per hour Job Description: As the Intake Specialist you will assess clients for appropriate placement into SAHLC treatment programs by completing Biopsychosocial, ANSA, SOGA, and health risk screening forms. Develop an Initial Treatment Plan for clients. Assures all releases are filled out appropriately and have the proper signatures. Transfer clients to the primary clinician and case managers as needed. Coordinate with external referral sources to accommodate appropriate service needs of clients while ensuring that the Mission of The Salvation Army is effectively carried out.

Requirements

Master’s Degree or Licensing Track (License Mental Health Counselor LMHC or License clinical Addiction Counselor LCAC), LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker).
Position requires a background check to be completed, and all background check results will be reviewed.
Two years of office experience
Must have a valid driver’s license and maintain The Salvation Army Driver’s qualification standard; must complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.
Certified by ICAADA or any other additions certifying body expected.
National Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist or Recovery Coach Certification required or must be obtained within the first 90 days of hire.
Able to speak, write and understand English in a manner sufficient for effective communication with leadership, field personnel, and clientele.
Computer proficiency with Microsoft products and ability to learn electronic reporting systems.
If in recovery, must demonstrate at least two years of sobriety with evidence of emotional and social stability

Nice To Haves

Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts intake/admission including collecting basic demographic and background information, completing SOGA and TCUDS, comprehensive needs, abilities, strengths and preferences, drug use history, and orientation to SAHLC, services and expectations.
Conduct assessments for Withdrawal Management clients within 48 hours of admission if the client is medically stable
Enrolls and re-enrolls eligible clients in the DMHA Supported Client or other funding programs by completing the appropriate enrollment forms
Develop and Initial Treatment Plan to initiate treatment for the client
Completes the Biopsychosocial with the client
Completes an action sheet regarding placement of the level of care
Completes a Clinical summary pertaining to clients’ history and presenting problem
Utilizes DSM V to accurately diagnose the client based on the criteria given in the interview
Staff all cases in a weekly multi-disciplinary team meeting to assess the appropriate treatment level of care and diagnosis
Maintains client confidentiality according to Federal regulations and The Salvation Army standards
Attends staff meetings, departmental meetings, seminars/conferences, and in-service training programs as scheduled
Maintains all certifications by meeting certification requirements
Enter all the required client information into the CSM computer system
Other tasks as assigned by leadership

Benefits

Health, Wellness, RX and PTO benefits
91% are proud of their work to help meet the needs of people in their communities
75% find their “Work Stress” manageable
80% find their managers supportive during those times of stress
89% appreciate the flexible work options they have in their position
98% appreciate the 11 paid holidays they receive each year
Helping People
Faith Centered Organization
Work Environment/ Co-Workers
Benefits