What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Clinical Intake Specialist position at Berks Counseling Center, Inc.?
Description
General Summary
You will be responsible for completing a comprehensive clinical assessment on potential clients seeking admission to Berks Counseling Center as part of our Open Admission process. This will include completion of supporting documentation, orienting the client to services, and setting up the electronic health record.
Essential Job Functions
- Conduct face to face clinical behavioral health assessments on persons seeking services at Berks Counseling Center as part of BCC’s multidisciplinary admissions team.
- Determine an appropriate level of care for each client based on established guidelines.
- Assign client to an appropriate clinician based on his/her needs.
- Utilize collaborative documentation to complete an intake note and comprehensive clinical assessment that meets compliance standards, medical necessity guidelines, and agency standards as to timeliness and accuracy of documentation.
- Orient the client to agency policies and procedures and secure necessary consents and releases.
- Responsible for opening and inputting initial clinical data into the client electronic health record.
- Work collaboratively with and communicate and meet regularly with other members of BCC’s Admissions Team.
- Work collaboratively and cooperatively with outside referral sources.
- Regularly prepare information and reports, as directed, on admissions activities that support decision making and program planning and development.
- Identify and respond to emergency clinical needs and crises as they arise.
- Utilize individual and group supervision to review clinical cases and seek feedback and direction as needed.
- Navigate and utilize electronic health records using technology, including computers.
- Develop an understanding of trauma and how it impacts others.
- Incorporate trauma informed practices into job duties and responsibilities, including interactions and communications with others.
- Be an active member of BCC’s culture of caring through positive and engaging social interactions.
- Perform all other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
- Active PA Licensure (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) with counseling experience in mental health and/or drug and alcohol required.
- Knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed approaches preferred.
- At least one (1) year documented work experience in a behavioral health setting required.
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
Preferred candidates will …
- Have at least 1 year training or experience relevant to working in a medical office with mental health or substance use treatment preferred.
- Be Bilingual: English/Spanish preferred.
- Have Knowledge of or experience with trauma-informed approaches preferred.
Physical Requirements
SEEING: Must be able to see well enough to read reports and use computer.
HEARING: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate to clients, vendors, and coworkers.
MOBILITY: Must have mobility to move about the agency.
LIFTING/PULLING/PUSHING: Must be able to lift up to 5 pounds.
OTHER: Must be able to write, type and use technology.
By joining BCC full time, you can receive the following perks:
- Salary comparable to experience/education
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Free Virtual Urgent Care (Telemedicine) and Virtual Mental Health Services for you and your family
- Additional voluntary insurance options
- 403(b) with agency match after 12 months of service
- 15 days of Paid time off
- 2 floating holidays per calendar year
- 2 wellness days per calendar year
- 10 full paid holidays per calendar year
- Free parking
- Tuition Reimbursement or Student Loan Assistance
- Paid Licenses and Certifications, if they are relevant to BCC and the work you do
- Free supervision for licensure and certifications
All offers of employment are contingent upon the following:
- Receipt of results of a satisfactory drug and alcohol screening test.
- Receipt of the originals of the following background checks: PA State Police Criminal History, PA State Child Abuse, and DPW FBI Criminal History. These clearances must be valid within the 60 months prior to employment. A conviction is not a bar to employment; however, a review will be conducted to make a determination of employment should a conviction be present.
- Receipt of original documentation and verification of relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates, or licensure.
- Confirmation that you are not on the OIG Federal Healthcare Program Exclusion from Participation list. Should you appear on this list, Berks Counseling Center is prohibited from employing you.
CONTACT INFO
- Please complete application online by clicking Apply.
- You can find all our listings by visiting: www.bit.ly/BCCJOBS
- Be sure you’re using an updated browser and your resume is up to date and in PDF or Word format before uploading.
- Visit our website for more information: www.berkscounselingcenter.org
- If you are unable to complete the application online, please reach out to HR@berkscc.org to receive assistance.
- With one application, we can consider you for multiple positions.
Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed but are not to be seen as a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Also, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of Berks Counseling Center. Berks Counseling Center is an equal opportunity employer.
