SUD Clinical Intake Specialist

Sound•Seattle, WA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

SOUND Behavioral Health is growing and welcoming a SUD Clinical Intake Specialist (SUDCIS) to join their team in Seattle, WA. The SUD Intake Specialist provides person-centered intake and assessment services for participants seeking substance use disorder treatment at Sound. Responsibilities include conducting assessments for Recovery Helpline referrals, walk-in participants, and other scheduled or assigned intakes based on program and organizational needs. The SUD Intake Specialist partners with participants to identify treatment needs, strengths, recovery goals, and service preferences while facilitating timely access to clinically appropriate care. The SUD Intake Specialist utilizes ASAM Criteria to support level of care determinations and treatment recommendations and works to promote engagement, reduce barriers to care, and facilitate successful connection to treatment and recovery support services.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher in a related field, or a bachelor’s degree, required for candidates qualifying through the Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) pathway.
Minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience in the substance use disorder field required.
Must have a Washington State driver's license and insurable driving record.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Candidates must meet one of the following qualification pathways: Current Washington State Substance Use Disorder Professional (SUDP) credential; or Have a current active MHP-qualifying credential with DOH (i.e. LICSW, LMHC, LMFT, or an associate- level version of these credentials.
Working knowledge of ASAM Criteria and their application to assessment, level of care determination, treatment recommendations, and care coordination.
Knowledge of recovery-oriented practices, motivational interviewing techniques, and engagement strategies that support participation and retention in treatment.
Familiarity with substance use disorder treatment systems, recovery support services, and community referral resources.
Familiarity working with legally involved participants and understanding court, probation, and recovery support requirements.
Knowledge of behavioral health resources, healthcare delivery systems, funding mechanisms, and applicable clinical service requirements.
Ability to quickly establish rapport and effectively engage participants seeking substance use disorder treatment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while responding effectively to urgent or crisis situations.
Strong computer, keyboarding, documentation, and electronic health record skills.
Ability to work effectively with participants from diverse backgrounds with professionalism, respect, and cultural humility.
Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and community partners in person, by telephone, and through virtual platforms.
Hear and understand conversations in person and over the phone in office and community settings.
Read and interpret written materials, clinical documentation, policies, and electronic health records.
Observe and assess client behavior, emotional state, and environmental safety cues during clinical interactions.
Use visual acuity to review documentation, reports, and electronic systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting assessments, applying ASAM Criteria, determining level of care, coordinating referrals, and engaging participants in treatment preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct integrated substance use disorder and mental health screenings and assessments to identify treatment needs, strengths, barriers, and recovery goals and to inform treatment recommendations.
Conduct comprehensive intake assessments, including psychosocial history, substance use history, co-occurring behavioral health conditions, risk and safety evaluations, and determination of eligibility, medical necessity, and appropriate level of care utilizing ASAM Criteria.
Utilize ASAM Criteria to support level of care determinations, treatment recommendations, and transitions across the continuum of care.
Conduct intake assessments for Recovery Helpline referrals, walk-in participants, and other assigned referrals in accordance with program requirements, service demand, and organizational priorities.
Promote engagement in treatment by building rapport, addressing barriers to care, coordinating referrals, and supporting participants through the intake and admission process.
Facilitate linkage to appropriate treatment, recovery support services, and internal and external community resources based on assessed needs, ASAM level of care recommendations, and participant preferences.
Prepare timely and accurate assessments, summaries, reports, progress notes, and related documentation in accordance with agency, regulatory, contractual, and accreditation standards.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, individual supervision, and assigned committees as required.
Participate in ongoing program development, quality improvement, and utilization review activities.
Complete required continuing education and maintain professional competency and applicable credentials.
Uphold ethical, professional, and respectful relationships with participants, colleagues, community partners, and referral sources.
Apply recovery-oriented, person-centered, culturally responsive, and evidence-based practices consistent with Sound's mission, values, and clinical standards.
Comply with all applicable federal, state, county, contractual, and organizational requirements, policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Work closely with SUD Program Support Specialists and other internal partners to support timely access to services.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance: Premium 100% paid by Sound for team member and child coverage to age 26, depending on plan selected. Spouse/Domestic Partner coverage available at team member’s cost.
Life Insurance (2x annual salary + additional $25,000): paid by Sound
Long Term Disability Insurance (60% monthly salary): paid by Sound
Retirement Plan: Sound contributes 3% to team member’s plan; team member is 100% vested.
Retirement Plan - 401(k) Plan, pre-tax and/or Roth: team member may contribute to their own plan.
Health Savings Account: Sound contributes $1,133.33 (individual) or $2,266.67 (family) for eligible team members, pro-rated for new hires in first year.
Flexible Spending Accounts: for health care and dependent day care costs (pre-tax)
EAP: Employee Assistance Plan
Vacation: 18 days per year, increasing with years of service
Holidays: 9 days per year
Sick Leave: 12 days per year
Bereavement Leave: for death in the family
Parking: Free at all Sound sites
Training: Free in-house professional training and $400 annually + 3 paid days off-site training
Service Award: at 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 & 40 years of service