Job requirements:

Required:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology or related field desired

Preferred:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience mental health or chemical dependency fields
• Expert knowledge of assessment, risk assessment, diagnosis and treatment for assigned population using the DSM-IV-TR and ASAM
• State Licensure preferred
• Prior admissions/intake experience
• Experience with Utilization Review a plus

Duties:

• Completes initial assessments, coordinates appropriate services and refers to the community providers as appropriate
• Completes registration, verification and initial pre-certifications
• Participates in meetings and conferences as assigned
• Demonstrates the ability and maintains an electronic clinical management system
• Works in a fast paced environment and to make decisions independently and communicate effectively when dealing with clients, families, other staff members, department heads, visitors, external agencies and community members
• Communicates verbally and in writing with appropriate documentation skills to complete reports, utilize data and communicate ideas constructively
• Exercises independent judgment and discretion
• Oversees completion of chart audits and ensures needed documentation
• Ensures completion of insurance authorization for services rendered as necessary
• Determines appropriate support services for assigned clients to assist them in staying in the community and having successful occupational, educational and/or leisure

activities

• Opens and manages cases until assigned to a clinician
• Participates in infrastructure development and services provisions
• Maintains appropriate documentation for local and national governing authorities
• Tracks referrals, intake evaluations, and psychiatric evaluations for timely scheduling
• Supports clinical staff by making referrals and follow up as needed

Compensation:
Dependent on experience and proven track record