What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake Specialist, BSW position at The Pavilion Behavioral Health System?
Responsibilities:
Education: Bachelor’s in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or closely related field
Other knowledge/skills: Basic computer knowledge; Excellent communication and assessment skills.
POSITION SUMMARY: Intake Specialists provide short-term assistance to distressed individuals, families, and significant others. People in crisis may seek help directly or can be referred by others. Purpose is to provide a professional assessment and triage to the most appropriate, least restrictive treatment environment. Each patient and/or family contacting or referred to The Pavilion shall be assessed by an Intake Specialist. Intake Specialists should then consult on each case with RN or master’s level clinician prior to calling MD. A licensed psychiatrist or other physician oversees triage and referral decision.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or closely related field
Experience: Preferred 2 years experience in psychological and chemical dependency assessment.
Other knowledge/skills: Basic computer knowledge; Excellent communication and assessment skills.
