Intake Specialist - Independence Center

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Intake Specialist to join its team in St. Louis. This role is crucial for providing initial evaluations and connecting individuals to vital behavioral health services. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree and experience in clinical assessments, with a strong ability to engage clients and build trusting relationships. You'll be part of a dedicated team focused on improving the lives of those with mental health challenges. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and have the required qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance paid by BJC

Pension Plan funded by BJC

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance

Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off benefit

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Master's degree required with 2-5 years of experience in behavioral health.
• Knowledge of eligibility requirements and community resources is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial evaluations and psychosocial assessments for clients.
• Provide interim case management and connect individuals to services.
• Engage clients to formulate realistic treatment goals and provide brief therapy.

Skills

Clinical Assessments

Brief Evidence-Based Therapies

Triage Services

Building Trusting Relationships

Knowledge of Psychiatric Illnesses

Education

Master's Degree in Education or related field

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Independence Center (IC) is an internationally recognized, community-based behavioral health organization for adults in St Louis living with a mental illness. Our mission is to provide all the services and resources a person living with a serious and persistent mental illness needs, to manage their symptoms, find belonging and purpose, and gain the independence to live a healthy, quality life. Since 1981, IC has offered a comprehensive system of programs and services including housing, case management, psychiatric care, employment and vocational support, wellness and social opportunities. Our programs create a restorative environment that includes the support of others who are in recovery and access to targeted resources that equip them to initiate and sustain the healthy behaviors necessary to live and work independently in the community. If, like us, you believe that every person has the right to a meaningful, caring and challenging community, then we have a career for you at Independence Center.

• The Intake Specialist will work in our Welcome Center - In-Person (this is not a remote position)
• Shift is Monday - Friday; 8 AM to 4 PM - No weekends/holidays
• In this role you will be completing clinical assessments for current clients/members for services at the Independence Center
• Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Required (no provisionally licensed)

Overview

BJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. François, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system.

Role Purpose

The Intake Specialist provides the initial screening and evaluation of individuals seeking service from BJC Behavioral Health. This position will use its knowledge of eligibility requirements to refer and connect individuals to services, both internal and external, that will address the identified need. This position will also provide interim case management for those who will receive case management internally but have yet to be assigned to a team. Additionally, the Intake Specialist will provide brief evidence-based therapies to address problems that can be resolved through clients’ own actions and/or thought processes.

Responsibilities

1. Provide an initial evaluation of need, triage services according to assessed need, and, if appropriate for BJC BH services, complete an initial psychosocial assessment and treatment plan, that meets accrediting and third party payer requirements.
2. The ability to quickly engage individuals and families to form a trusting relationship and the ability use the relationship to gather accurate information in order to formulate realistic treatment goals.
3. Knowledgeable of the growth and development stages of all age and ethnic groups, the psychiatric illnesses that may afflict each age and ethnic group, and the evidence-based treatments that best address issues identified for each group.
4. Knowledge of the various services and levels of care provided by BJC Behavioral Health and other community agencies.
5. Demonstrates competency to provide brief therapy to adults, children, and families.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree in Education/related

Experience

• 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• LCSW or LPC

Preferred Requirements

Licenses & Certifications

• Licensed Master Social Worker

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer