Intake Clinician- El Dorado

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits: $2,000 Sign on bonus for 12-month commitment, 401(k) participation, 401(k) deferral match up to 5% after one year of employment, eligible for paid vacation after six months of employment and accrual begins at hire date, paid sick leave accrual begins at hire date, employer paid life insurance and LTD after one year of employment, low-cost employee health and vision insurance options, no cost employee dental, and 10 paid holidays per calendar year. National Health Service Corps Site. South Central Mental Health also offers opportunities for obtaining clinical supervision and CEU's.

Basic Job Responsibilities:

1. Complete Intake Assessments with consumers including presenting problem, relevant history addressed. Make appropriate referrals as directed by clinician.
2. Actively participate in staff meetings and provide updates and clinically relevant information to regular treatment team staff.
3. Complete appropriate referrals after assessments.
4. Maintain consumer service clinical records routinely and in a timely manner. Document all services provided in a clear and professional manner.
5. Be aware of local community resources and build relationships with community partners that may assist consumers coming in for services.
6. Sustain a high level of professional competence through continuing education and clinical supervision.
7. Maintain all professional credentialing requirements.
8. Adhere to the standards of ethics for mental health professionals.
9. Follow all policies and procedures of the agency.
10. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
11. Provide other duties as assigned.

Physical, Educational, and Personal Requirements:

Physical: Hear, speak and write English clearly. Vision adequate to observe clients and make chart entries.

Education: Defined by license type; see staff credentials.

Personal: Detail oriented, good interpersonal skills, good communication skills, and good problem-solving skills.

Other: Must have a valid driver’s license and meet agency insurance guidelines as this position requires ability to drive to agency centers and local community partner sites in order to meet the needs of consumers and the community. Pass a criminal background and driver's license check to the satisfaction of SCMH

SCMHCC is an equal opportunity employer