Intake Specialist (Case Management)

Job Description

Networks Connect is hiring an Intake Specialist position for one of our clients based in Indianapolis, IN.  Our client is a mission driven organization with its message 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.

Job Objective

As an 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. Ensure 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. The Intake Specialist will ensure that the Mission is effectively carried out.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Intake/Admission:
  • Collect basic demographic and background information.
  • Complete SOGA and TCUDS comprehensive needs, abilities, strengths, preferences, and drug use history.
  • Provide orientation to SAHLC services and expectations.
• Assess Withdrawal Management Clients:
  • Conduct assessments within 48 hours of admission if the client is medically stable.
• Enroll Clients:
  • Enroll and re-enroll eligible clients in DMHA Supported Client or other funding programs by completing appropriate forms.
• Develop Initial Treatment Plan:
  • Initiate treatment for clients.
• Complete Biopsychosocial Assessment:
  • Complete an action sheet regarding placement level of care.
  • Complete a clinical summary of clients’ history and presenting problems.
  • Utilize DSM V to diagnose clients based on interview criteria.
• Team Collaboration:
  • Staff all cases in a weekly multi-disciplinary team meeting to assess appropriate treatment level of care and diagnosis.
• Confidentiality:
  • Maintain client confidentiality according to Federal regulations.
• Professional Development:
  • Attend staff meetings, departmental meetings, seminars/conferences, and in-service training programs as scheduled.
  • Maintain all certifications by meeting certification requirements.
• Data Entry:
  • Enter all required client information into the CSM computer system.
• Additional Tasks:
  • Perform other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master’s Degree or Licensing Track (LMHC, LCAC, LCSW).
• Background Checks: Position requires a background check. Findings may disqualify an individual for this position.
• Experience: Two years of office experience.
• Certifications:
  • Must be working towards or currently have CADAC certification.
  • Valid driver’s license and maintain Driver’s qualification standard.
  • Complete Safe From Harm training within the first 90 days of employment.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in English 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 a minimum of 2 years sobriety, including emotional and social stability.

Physical Requirements

• Good speaking, hearing, and vision ability.
• Excellent manual dexterity.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push materials up to 25 pounds.
• May require bending, squatting, walking, and standing for extended periods.

Travel

Position may require occasional travel for training.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a typical office environment.
• May require some weekend and evening work.

All employees recognize that we are a church and agree to do nothing as an employee to undermine its religious mission.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of the position. Other job-related responsibilities and tasks may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Earnings

$20.00 hourly

Category

Patient Intake/Access/Scheduling