Intake Specialist

Intake SpecialistThe Intake Specialist is responsible for the screening and placement of children in appropriate placements and ensuring vacancies are filled.Required Qualifications:A bachelor's degree in social work or related field.2+ years casework experience in the child welfare field or related field required.Knowledge and training in working with children/adolescent & families including child & adolescent development stages and family dynamics.Must maintain a valid Driver 's License with a satisfactory driving record.Responsibilities:Review all referrals for placements from multiple sourcesServes as the liaison with oversight agencies for residential referrals.Promote our programs and strategize with internal and external stakeholders to increase utilization and best practices.Collects & processes intake data and shares data with appropriate parties.Maintains electronic referral logs.Complete intakes, including initial assessments, orient child/family to the program & obtain consents, and complete all admission forms.Arrange and complete pre-placement interviews as needed, in order to establish a waitlist for all programs.Conceptualize & organize ideas clearly, descriptively and concisely in verbal and written work.Demonstrates competency in understanding the range of treatment required for children and adolescents.Maintain documentation in computer systems within established timeframes.Addresses after-hours requests for placement on a rotation.Benefits/Perks:A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family403B retirement benefitsEmployer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insuranceGenerous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)Free employee assistance program through National EAPInsurance discounts for our staff and their familiesTraining to support professional and personal developmentEmployee wellness programEmployee recognition activitiesSalary Range: $54,000 - $57,000 per yearMercyFirst is an inclusive, anti-racist, multicultural organization and an Equal Opportunity Employer who welcomes prospective employees from diverse backgrounds for all levels at the agency. We strive for a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve, and do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, age (18 and over), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction, marital status, partnership status, care giver status, pregnancy, genetic information or predisposition or genetic characteristic, unemployment status, status as a victim or witness of domestic violence, sex offenses or stalking, consumer credit history, or any other status protected by federal, state, and/or city law. This includes, but is not limited to, employment actions against and treatment of employees and applicants for employment.