What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake Counselor position at Family and Children's Association?
The Opportunity
The Intake Counselor is a member of the multi-disciplinary team responsible for conducting initial assessments of incoming referrals, utilizing approved screening and assessment tools in the EHR, and determining treatment recommendations.
The Intake Counselor will foster community relationships and ensure timely access to care for individuals seeking services from our outpatient clinic. This role requires a commitment to FCA's mission to protect and strengthen Long Island's most vulnerable families, children, seniors, individuals, and communities through their work, and inspire others to do the same.
Responsibilities
- Conduct initial intake and comprehensive assessments
- Collaborate with the clinical team on treatment recommendations
- Coordinate health assessments and psychiatric evaluations with appropriate medical staff.
- Collaborate with external service providers to ensure coordination of care, and make referrals to outside providers as necessary.
- Explain treatment process and recommendations to participants.
- Function as an integral member of the treatment team and participate in case conferences, team meetings, and in-service workshops as scheduled.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work required; Master's preferred. CASAC-T holders will be considered.
- Minimum of 1 year experience providing screening and assessment to substance use or mental health population.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office.
Additional Information
Salary:$46,000/Annually
Schedule: Full-Time, 35 hours per week, this is a non-exempt position
Benefits Information
- Full Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Pet Insurance
- Short Term (STD) and Long Term (LTD) Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
FCA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary : $46,000
