Intake Coordinator

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is seeking a Full Time Intake Coordinator for the ICMS – Union program based in Cranford, NJ. The role supports adults with severe mental illness through intake coordination and community linkage.

Responsibilities include pre-screening referrals, data entry, liaison with case managers, and outreach to referral sources. Qualifications: Master’s in a social science field, valid driver's license, 1-2 years mental health experience; bilingual

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in social science related field required.
• 1–2 years of experience in mental health preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for potential consumers in Essex and Union ICMS programs.
• Outreach to community referral sources and hospitals to ensure timely linkage to programs.
• Market and provide presentations to referral sources and hospitals quarterly.
• Pre-screen incoming referrals, data entry, and coordinate intakes for case managers.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Driver's license

Education

Master’s Degree in social science related field

Job description

Mount Carmel Guild Behavioral Health System, a CARF accredited division of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, is a leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Northern New Jersey.

We are currently seeking aFull Time Intake Coordinatorfor ourICMS – Unionprogram located inCranford, NJ.(Schedule: M-F 9:00AM-5:30PM)

The Integrated Case Management Services program (ICMS) provides “in vivo” case management services to adults with a severe and persistent mental illness with co-occurring substance abuse. Services are designed to engage, support, and link clients to traditional and non-traditional recovery oriented supports and services. The goal is to maximize clients’ independence by providing personalized, flexible, and collaborative services in the clients’ natural environments.

JOB DUTIES

• This position serves as the first point of contact with potential consumers with a severe and persistent mental health diagnosis for both Essex and Union ICMS programs
• They are responsible for outreaching community referral sources and/or hospitals to ensure successful linkage to both programs in a timely manner
• They will also market and provide presentations when needed with referral sources and hospitals on a quarterly basis
• Other responsibilities include pre-screening incoming referrals for appropriateness, data entry, and coordinating intakes for case managers

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s Degree in social science related field
• Valid Driver's license required

1-2 years of experience in mental health field preferred. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. LSW or LCSW preferred.

AGENCY MISSION:

• In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture.

BENEFITS:

• CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees. CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status.

Salary: $52,000-$57,000