Intake Counselor - Kaneohe

Hina Mauka; Kaneohe (HI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan (403(b))

Life Insurance

Free Parking

Employee Assistance Program

Training opportunities

Job summary

Hina Mauka in Kaneohe, HI is seeking an Intake Screening Specialist to provide substance abuse and mental health screening, assessment and recommendations under the Intake Counselor Supervisor.

You will collaborate with Medical Director, psychiatric professionals, and administrative staff to coordinate intake, authorize care, maintain records, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.

Qualifications

• CSAC certification and/or advanced degree in social work, psychology, or behavioral science.
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Responsibilities

• Perform initial screenings and bio-psycho-social assessments to determine treatment needs and level of care.
• Coordinate with Medical Director and psychiatric professionals as needed.
• Work with insurance/case management for authorization of care.
• Maintain client records per laws and policies and ensure confidentiality.
• Collaborate with Admission Supervisor and Adult Services Manager.
• Communicate with referral sources about patient history and goals.
• Notify administrative staff of new admissions and special needs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Client screening

Crisis management

Record keeping

Multidisciplinary teamwork

MS Office & EHR

Education

CSAC certification

Advanced degree in Social Work/Psychology

CPR/First Aid eligibility

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Intake Counselor Supervisor, provides substance abuse and mental health screening, assessment, diagnosis and recommendation in accordance with Hina Mauka policies and procedures. Will protect the confidentiality of clients and client records in accordance with all applicable federal regulations.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates potential substance abuse clients in the screening process utilization a bio-psycho-social assessment to determine each clients need for treatment and level of motivation and makes recommendations for appropriate level of care.
• Conducts initial screenings for potential dually diagnosed clients to determine each clients need for treatment and level of care and coordinates through MedicalDirector, Psychiatric R.N., and other community psychiatric professional as needed.
• Coordinates with insurance/case management offices for approval of care reimbursements for clients; coordinates updates for additional requests for payment authorization as necessary.
• Coordinates with administration, business and clinical team to implement the intake process through direct consultation with the Admission Supervisor, and Manager, Adult Services.
• Maintains relationships and communicates with referral sources regarding prospective client to ascertain treatment history/goals.
• Maintains client records in accordance with Hina Mauka policies and procedures and in compliance with all state and federal laws, licensing and accreditation standards, and contract stipulations.
• Consults with and reports to Manager of Adult Services regarding potential clients in the process of intake to confirm acceptance or rejection of clients into programs. Documents and justifies acceptance/rejection of each applicant.
• Informs administrative staff of each new admission to notify special needs and/or problems.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience And Training

• Certification as a Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) and/or Advance Degree in Social work, Psychology or Behavioral Science preferred
• Eligible for certification in CPR and First Aid.
• Valid drivers license with clean abstract.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work with and relate to clients with substance abuse disorders, including dually diagnosed and the criminal population.
• Ability to respond calmly and efficiently to stressful situations with crisis management skills.
• Well organized and able to maintain accurate and concise records.
• Able to work with a multidisciplinary team
• Efficient in Microsoft Programming and familiar with Electronic Health Record systems.

Physical/Mental Demands

• Light physical effort (lift/carry up to 10 pounds); occasional standing/walking; occasionally lifts supplies/equipment. May be exposed to infectious and contagious disease. May perform emergency care.

We offer a robust benefits package to our regular, full-time employees.

• Paid Time Off and Holidays.Hina Mauka offers very generous Paid Time Off (PTO) -22 days in the first year, and 15 Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance and AFLAC.HMSA/Kaiser medical. HDS Dental.
• Free Parking
• Employee Assistance Program. Training.Support is available for work-related workshops.
• Retirement Plan.A 403(b) plan that allows for pre-tax contributions by the employee for deferred tax saving.
• Life Insurance.Group life insurance is offered at no cost to the employee.
• Other benefits.Family and medical leave, workers compensation, TDI, bereavement leave, jury duty pay.

Equal Opportunity Employer

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Pay: $50,000 - $53,000 Annually