Intake Specialist

The Facilitated Intake Team (FIT) Social Worker provides comprehensive intake assessments for clients entering the Mental Health Outpatient Treatment and Rehabilitative Services (MHOTRS) clinics under the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) umbrella with the goal of assessing their needs and making the appropriate recommendations for treatment and linkages to supportive services. The FIT Social Worker is an integral part of the client initial experience. This position requires a person with good engagement skills and ability to elicit important clinical history from a client. Key Essential Functions Review demographic and clinical information prior to engaging in intake process to ensure accuracy of informatio Provide a comprehensive assessment of client’s social determinants of heath needs including mental health, substance use disorders, financial, housing, legal and medical need Expected to complete between 6-8 intakes per da Present a clinical formulation in a clear and precise manner during disposition team meeting Ability to make recommendations for treatment modality based on clinical information obtaine Conduct crisis evaluations and provide crisis stabilization intervention Make appropriate referrals for various levels of care both within the CCBHC and in the community as neede Assess for risk and prioritize cases deemed to be high risk for treatment. Risk includes suicide attempts/suicidal ideation or risk; symptoms of psychosis or delusions; suspicion of physical or sexual abuse; cases of domestic violence; etc Develop an understanding of various support services to make an accurate referral for services when neede Collaborate with partnering programs/services to ensure smooth access and connection to car Engage in Evidence based training to develop strong diagnostic skills (Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT), Motivational Interviewing (MI) and others as assigned Providing resources in a way that addresses the unique needs of clients from diverse backgrounds, recognizing the impact of intersectionality on their experience Ensure timely completion (48 hours) of all intake documents into the electronic health recor Other duties as assigne Core Competencies Computer and technology savv Strong written and oral communication skill Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skill Knowledge and skills with evidence-based practices to enhance client engagemen Knowledge and experience with trauma informed car Solid problem solving and reporting skills; Strong attention to detai Able to multi-task also ensuring accurate and timely completion of tasks and project Solution oriented, resourceful, resilien Educational / Training Requirements NYS license in clinical social work (LCSW) or LMHC- DP (diagnostic privileges) requir Experience Requirements / Language Preferences Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a clinical setting Experience interacting with clients utilizing a professional and compassionate approach required Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred but not required Previous experience with evidence-based models preferred Computer Skills Requirements Proficient with electronic health recor Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) Comfortable and proficient using video messaging platforms (ex: Zoom, MS Teams) Visual and Manual Dexterity The candidate should be able to read documents for analytical purposes such as computer information, software, computer programs, e Need to perform significant data entry into various computer progr Limited applications of manual dexterity and hand-eye coordinati Work Environment / Physical Effort This role is fully in person Schedules to be developed in collaboration with the Deputy Program Director and is based on the needs of the programs and clients ser The offices at Jewish Board are accessible in accordance with the ADA To perform the essential functions of this job, the candidate is routinely required to sit (85% of the time) and stand (15% of the time) #J-18808-Ljbffr Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services