SUD Substance Abuse Intake Specialist (Marengo)

Clinica Romero•Los Angeles, CA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Clinica Romero’s Substance Use Disorder Intake Specialist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of client entry into outpatient services for youth, adult and prenatal services in both sites. This role assesses and refers participants to appropriate levels of care, maintains the wait list when at capacity, schedules intake appointments, and ensures monthly outcome measures for new clients and billable services are met.

Requirements

Must be certified or registered with a DHCS approved certification.
Must be highly motivated and demonstrate good communication skills.
Must have the ability to recruit new clients (adults and youth) to the agency.
Must meet expected outcomes in terms of new clients enrolling as a result of community efforts.
Must meet goals and objectives given by the Program Director.
Must have an understanding of the 12 Core Functions.
Must have the ability to write individual, justification, and group progress notes/treatment plans/needed documentation that meet county standards.
Must have experience in group facilitation.
Must demonstrate an understanding of the recovery process, including the twelve-step program(s).
Must have experience case managing/counseling clients in recovery.
Must have experience in observed drug testing of clients.
Registered or Certified Substance Abuse/ Addiction Counselor through CCAPP, CAADE, OR CADTP.
Must have Internship Completed.
Must be Spanish Bilingual.
Completion Certificate of Addiction Studies.
Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance is required.
Must have knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel.
Experience in SAGE and SAGE training completed.
Experience working with Drug Medi-Cal clients.
Must have Understanding of Drug Medi-Cal requirements/process.
Must have reliable transportation, as this position requires travel.
Must have ASAM training and experience.

Nice To Haves

Certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide and oversee the entire intake process for all programs, ensuring intakes meet Clinic/State and County requirements, and meet goals for new incoming clients set by the Program Director.
Screen calls for and schedule intake appointments. Follow up on appointments and replace no-shows with walk-ins and new appointments.
Ensure incoming client/intake and no-show data is reported to the Program Director.
Work with QA staff to ensure all aspects of intake and initial treatment plans and Case Managements are on time and billed for.
Work with the Admin Assistant to ensure all provided services are billed for and follow up with SAPC to ensure all aspects of Intake are completed and requirements are met.
Meet all timelines throughout the entire intake process.
Assist with outreach to ensure outcomes are met monthly.
Interview clients and family members to determine admission eligibility.
Provide potential clients with Medical/MHLA benefits information.
Follow up with all referral sources (CASC, DPSS, DCFS, probation, Children’s Court, Criminal court, eligibility workers, doctors, psychiatrists, etc.) and collect necessary required paperwork.
Make recommendations to the treatment staff team for a client’s admission.
Develop a thorough, written diagnostic assessment including client’s addiction history, family history, mental health history, history of violence, and medical health history.
Ensure clients meet outpatient level of care and refer out when Clinica does not provide the needed level of care.
Schedule ongoing sessions with clients upon the first week of intake.
Provide orientation for all new clients, ensuring clients understand the rules and requirements of the SUD program.
Assist QA staff with completed/uploaded charts and make recommendations on client needs.
Develop and write a comprehensive initial treatment plan.
Complete and review intake packets to ensure all program, state, and county requirements are met.
Process and upload all information into SAGE as necessary.
Work with SAPC staff to ensure all information is included and meets program/state and county requirements.
Assist in planning and seeking referrals for client’s transfer or termination.
Document and conduct all Case Management, Individual/CI, and all other billable services provided to maximize billing.
Assist with group/group notes when asked by QA staff or Program Director.
Maintain documentation on all applicants for outpatient treatment in accordance with Federal, State, County, and agency guidelines.
Verify client eligibility and assist clients with Medical or MHLA benefits as needed.
Responsible for no-shows and final discharge as directed by QA Staff or Program Director when a client has not returned to treatment.
Ensure all forms are neat, signed, filled out, and included in the intake packet.
Follow up and provide client charts with any needed documentation.
Complete LACPRYS/CALOMS and ensure all client information is accurate and matches.
Assist with discharges/justifications, no-shows, and treatment planning.
Responsible for recruitment of new clients in both the youth and adult population.
Engage the community to encourage referrals to Clinica Romero.
Case Manage/Counsel/Group Facilitate both youths and adults (Ages 12 and up) with substance abuse problems, including necessary documentation and ensuring services are accurately billed for.
Assist Counseling Staff with caseloads and providing quality service to their clients when needed.
Direct one-on-one sessions and administer crisis intervention/case management.
Facilitate and prepare group sessions on various topics relating to recovery, ensuring group notes are completed and billed for.
Complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner, including reports, progress notes, discharge summaries, treatment plans, aftercare plans, and all other required documentation.
Transport clients to and from the program if needed.
Assist Quality Assurance Staff as needed.
Perform other assigned duties.