Behavioral Health Access Specialist

Our job is hope. Join a purpose-driven community of champions. Click here to learn more about how to become a Rosecrance champion. Summary: Provide comprehensive diagnostic assessment and determining medically necessary service needs of client. Clients not meeting criteria for a suspected behavioral health illness will be linked with appropriate services in the community. The goal for all clients is to meet their clinical needs, which will enable them to work towards recovery. Qualifications/Skills: Bachelor’s in counseling, psychology, social work or another related field. Master’s degree in licensable field strongly preferred. Must qualify as a MHP or higher per Illinois Department of Mental Health Rule 132 Illinois Certified Addiction Counselor (CADC), or licensed in Illinois as a LSW, LPC, or higher, within 2 years of employment. Knowledge of DSM diagnoses and appropriate criteria for each diagnosis. Knowledge of accepted assessment techniques Ability to quickly establish rapport Computer proficiency required, Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record, Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames Self-starter with ability to work independently, Ability to work as a team member. Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Agency insurance requirements (designated positions), Must have own transportation (designated positions). Essential Responsibilities: 1. Work hours prescribed by the leadership and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned. 2. Provide centralized diagnostic assessments that include computerized social histories, mental status, presenting problem, diagnosis, and treatment needs. 3. Determine appropriate level of care and treatment using centers utilization management criteria, develop corresponding ISP with clients, and coordinate needs with appropriate staff 4. Identify the need for immediate crisis intervention services 5. Maintain documentation per center quality assurance procedures and clinical performance standards 6. Assess client needs and strengths and establish a comprehensive plan that addresses support and treatment needs necessary for less restrictive care and stabilization to occur safely 7. Provide linkage, referrals and advocacy with community resources and community organizations 8. Cooperate with work team/center/on accomplishment of strategic objectives and activities 9. Ensure that the clinical treatment needs are met for consumers, which will enable them to work towards recovery. 10. Educate community agencies regarding services offered by Rosecrance 11. Serve as a member of the Access team and participate in all team meetings and activities. 12. Exercise confidentiality in keeping with the Code of Conduct and with the framework of the law. 13. Deliver exceptional customer service consistently to every customer. 14. Serve as a role model for other staff, clients and customers and demonstrate positive guest relations in representing Rosecrance 15. Assume other related responsibilities as delegated and assigned Schedule: 8-hour shifts Shift: 8:30am - 5:00pm Monday - Friday Work Location: Rosecrance Moreland – Champaign, IL Onsite