PRN - Intake Assessment Coordinator

Responsibilities

The Intake Assessor handles the Assessment and Referral activities at the facility.

This position interfaces closely with the medical staff, fellow department members and administration, treatment team/external case managers/managed care organizations.

It takes passion and dedication to meet the behavioral health needs of our community.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, mental health or a related field, or licensed RN
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting desirable.
• Working knowledge of the Mental Health field and experience in clinical interviewing, patient assessment, family treatment, treatment planning, communicating with external review organizations or comparable entities, and working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Additional Requirements: Trained in Non-violent physical crisis intervention and CPR prior to accepting independent assignment or released from orientation. This individual must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Diplomacy and discretion are essential. This individual must have the ability to prioritize responsibilities. Professional demeanor and appearance is required.

Benefits

Windsor Laurelwood Center for Behavioral Medicine offers an excellent time off plan, medical, dental, vision, employee assistance program, life insurance, short and long term disability benefits and 401(k) plan for full time and part time employees.