Admission/Intake Coordinator

Details: Acacia Network, the leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. We are visionary leaders transforming the triple aim of high quality, great experience at a lower cost. Acacia champions a collaborative environment to deliver vital health, housing and community building services, work we have been doing since 1969. By hiring talented individuals like you, we've been able to expand quickly, with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, Orlando, Tennessee, Maryland and Puerto Rico.The Admissions Intake Coordinator provides alcoholism and substance abuse counseling services in approved work settings to conduct intakes and see clients individually in the Methadone Program and Outpatient Program. The clinician will complete a psychosocial intake assessment for clients entering various programs in our department. The position involves working closely with the front office support staff, the medical team as well as the clinicians. The provides comprehensive assessment services to clients who have substance abuse barriers to employment by applying clinical judgment to determine appropriate treatment needs and levels of care. This includes performing diagnostic assessment, evaluation, intervention, referral and alcoholism and/or substance abuse counseling in both individual and group settings.The salary is $38,000-$43,000 annuallyKEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Conduct substance use and mental health assessments, utilizing standardized assessment tools and best practice techniques i.e. MI, EBP etc. Complete phone screenings and determine client's suitability to complete a clinical assessment. Coordinate intakes and medical appointments as necessary. Knowledge of all applicable screening tools; i.e. PHQ 2&9, DAST, MAST, Modified Mini Screen, etc.Works with Finance Department to ensure billing for APG services. Work with Entitlement Department to ensure financial clearance. Process client ID Card/Photo.Complete a Comprehensive Psycho-Social Assessment for clients entering the Program. Knowledge of the current LOCADTR 3.0 Knowledge of Lighthouse to check for dual enrollment prior to admission, Completes timely reporting admissions and discharges on OASAS Client Data System PAS 44's and PAS 45'sWorking knowledge of Electronic Health Record; i.e. Nextgen and Avatar.Explain treatment service agreement include; program rules and regulations (orientation), policies and practices and obtains clients signaturesConduct monthly orientation groups that include all new admissions.Monitors and reconciles Census between Lighthouse/Central Registry and OASAS CDS. Pursue ongoing professional development relevant to the job position.Participate in clinical supervision regularly and interdisciplinary team meetings.Demonstrates understanding of appropriate use of treatment planning and clinical intervention.Provides education and information to the client about alcohol and drug use disorder.Maintains and updates referral services and resources that may be useful to our client population.Conducts random toxicology testing for clients whenever necessary.Other related duties as required or directed by the Supervisor.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:High School Diploma or GED.Associate Degree preferred.Minimum of three (3) years working in a Mental Health setting.Valid unrestricted NYS OASAS certification as a CASAC Substance Abuse Counselor required. Must obtain Mandated reporter (2 hours) training/certificate prior to hire date.Website info: https://nysmandatedreporter.org/TrainingCourses.aspxMust obtain training/certification within thirty (30) days of hire.Domestic Violence Infection Control BASIC (non-medical/nursing staff)HIVChild AbuseTobacco CessationImpaired Driver Screening and AssessmentMust obtain training/certification during in-house orientation.Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)Must obtain SUD training/certificate within thirty (30) days of hire (if applicable)Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to TreatmentCASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)Excellent organizational, communication and time management skillsAbility to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environment.Ability to multitask and to work and function under pressure.*Acacia Network is an equal opportunity employer*Job Requirements