Clinical - Clinical Coordinator (Facility)

Center For Discovery; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Mood & Anxiety Program is seeking a Clinical Coordinator to streamline admissions, coordinate intake, and support patients through the on-site assessment and admission processes. This role partners with admissions and clinical teams to ensure accurate information flow and timely admissions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in psychology or related field, is licensed or license-eligible, and has experience in mental health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or health-related field from an accredited institution.
• Licensed or license eligible in related field.
• Approximately three years of experience in mental health, counseling, or eating disorders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admissions by scheduling times, tours, assessments and intake with the program.
• Oversee patient intake, complete assessments and paperwork, and forward information to home office.
• Provide pre-admission medical guidance and communicate preliminary diagnoses to the assigned therapist and RD.
• Support patients and families during the first week to ensure smooth transition and check-ins.
• Travel to other facilities for trainings or assistance as needed.

Skills

Admission Coordination

Crisis management

Documentation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or health-related field

Licensed or license eligible in related field

Job description

Position Summary:

The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating admissions with the admissions’ department and the facility. They also will support the patient and their support system through the onsite assessment and admission process.

Essential Job Functions:

• Works closely with the admissions’ department to schedule admission times, schedule tours and assessments, and coordinate the intake process with the program.
• Oversee the patient intake process, complete initial assessments with the patient and support system, complete related paperwork, and send all necessary information to the home office.
• Guide patients through the pre-admission medical standard procedure, as needed.
• Based on the initial assessment, provide a preliminary diagnosis and communicate this to the patient’s assigned therapist and registered dietitian for each patient.
• Support the patient and support system during their first week in the program to ensure a smooth transition and answer any questions. Call individuals and support systems (if they have releases of information) during the first week for a check-in.
• Call referring treatment team and outpatient treatment team members (with releases of information) upon admission.
• Provide in person pre-admission assessments and recommend level of care, based on the APA Guidelines and Discovery admissions criteria.
• Conduct program tours as needed to prospective patients and/or support systems.
• Facilitate groups and provide meal support, as needed or assigned by the Program Director or Facility Coordinator.
• Support in managing the milieu and oversee patient activities and interactions.
• Build rapport with patients through education on the admission processes and need for treatment. Review patient rights and expectations within the Welcome Packet with each admission.
• Serve as a positive role model to staff, patients, employees, and guests through a positive, caring and professional attitude.
• Complete tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• Establish and achieve realistic goals within the position.
• Maintain the confidential nature of Outpatient Programming and related activities.
• When needed, travel to other facilities to attend trainings or provide assistance.
• Support at local programs, as requested by leadership.
• Demonstrate tact, initiative, resourcefulness, professional manner, enthusiasm, and non-judgmental attitude.
• Perform any requested task and accept responsibilities as requested by the Program Director or Milieu Manager.

Core Competencies:

• Ability to assess residents upon admission and formulate a plan for treatment.
• Possesses knowledge of DSM diagnostic criteria for adolescents and adults.
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of mental health, the recovery process and the requirements for sustained recovery.
• Ability to manage crises and utilize crisis interventions.
• Able to present and manage cases in a knowledgeable and professional manner to obtain a length of stay that allows enough time for patients to make sufficient gains so that sustained post-discharge progress can occur.
• Ability to conduct individual, family and group therapy.
• Documents clearly and efficiently.

Knowledge, Education, Experience:

• Bachelor's or Masters Degree from an accredited college or university in Psychology, Social Work, or health-related field preffered.
• Licensed or license eligible in related field preferred
• Prefer three-years’ experience working in mental health, counseling, or eating disorders field.

Employment Status:

Full Time

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 11AM-7PM

Work Location:

Virtual- MUST be licensed/associate licensed in CA

Compensation: Pay Range:

$60,000-75,000 annually