Intake Specialist
MercyFirst · Syosset, NY · 3 mo ago
OTHR$54k–$57k/yrFull-time
Summary
The Intake Specialist is responsible for the screening and placement of children in appropriate placements and ensuring vacancies are filled.Required Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in social work or related field. - 2+ years casework experience in the child welfare field or related field required. - Knowledge and training in working with children/adolescent & families including child & adolescent development stages and family dynamics. - Must maintain a valid Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record.Responsibilities
- Review all referrals for placements from multiple sources
- Serves as the liaison with oversight agencies for residential referrals.
- Promote our programs and strategize with internal and external stakeholders to increase utilization and best practices.
- Collections & processes intake data and shares data with appropriate parties.
- Maintains electronic referral logs.
- Complete intakes, including initial assessments, orient child/family to the program & obtain consents, and complete all admission forms.
- Arrange and complete pre-placement interviews as needed, in order to establish a waitlist for all programs.
- Conceptualize & organize ideas clearly, descriptively and concisely in verbal and written work.
- Demonstrates competency in understanding the range of treatment required for children and adolescents.
- Maintain documentation in computer systems within established timeframes.
- Addresses after-hours requests for placement on a rotation.
Benefits/Perks
- A comprehensive health insurance package including medical, dental and vision plans for you and your family
- 403B retirement benefits
- Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Generous paid time off (vacation, personal, sick, 12 paid holidays)
- Free employee assistance program through National EAP
- Insurance discounts for our staff and their families
- Training to support professional and personal development
- Employee wellness program
- Employee recognition activities