BJC HealthCare
Intake Specialist - Same Day Access Unit
BJC HealthCare, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Overview
BJC Behavioral Health
is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. François, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system. Role Purpose
The Intake Specialist provides the initial screening and evaluation of individuals seeking service from BJC Behavioral Health. This position will use its knowledge of eligibility requirements to refer and connect individuals to services, both internal and external, that will address the identified need. This position will also provide interim case management for those who will receive case management internally but have yet to be assigned to a team. Additionally, the Intake Specialist will provide brief evidence-based therapies to address problems that can be resolved through clients’ own actions and/or thought processes. Responsibilities
Provide an initial evaluation of need, triage services according to assessed need, and, if appropriate for BJC BH services, complete an initial psychosocial assessment and treatment plan, that meets accrediting and third party payer requirements. Components include: accurately evaluating observed and stated symptoms and reports of others; training to perform a mental status exam; assessing crisis and safety issues; assigning an accurate provisional ICD-10 diagnosis; administering standardized assessments (e.g., DLA-20, Level 1 Dx. Screenings, Suicide Risk Assessments) to determine areas of concern and levels of functioning; making recommendations reflecting current knowledge of mental illness and emotional disturbances; presenting information in a formal assessment with relevant history and current clinical picture. Engage individuals and families to form a trusting relationship to gather accurate information and formulate realistic treatment goals; engage individuals in a non-threatening, empathetic manner; use language and behaviors that reflect and enhance dignity of individuals with mental illness. Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across age and ethnic groups, psychiatric illnesses affecting each group, evidence-based treatments, best practices guidelines, Children’s System of Care and Fidelity Wraparound, and crisis prevention/intervention across developmental stages; understand societal, cultural, racial, gender, age, and other issues related to mental illness and its treatment; be knowledgeable about health issues and psychotropic medications. Know the services and levels of care provided by BJC Behavioral Health and other community agencies; understand diagnostic, financial, and functional criteria for acceptance by BJC BH teams and services; work collaboratively within the team and across the service system; assist in building positive working relationships with agencies, contract providers, family members, service recipients, and others. Demonstrate competency to provide brief therapy to adults, children, and families; maintain clinical competency in therapies addressing problems of living resolved through the individual or family’s actions and/or thought processes (e.g., Motivational Engagement). Minimum Requirements
Education Master's Degree Experience 2-5 years Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications LCSW or LPC Preferred Requirements
Licenses & Certifications Licensed Master Social Worker Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary. *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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BJC Behavioral Health
is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 8,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. François, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH), BJC Behavioral Health serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system. Role Purpose
The Intake Specialist provides the initial screening and evaluation of individuals seeking service from BJC Behavioral Health. This position will use its knowledge of eligibility requirements to refer and connect individuals to services, both internal and external, that will address the identified need. This position will also provide interim case management for those who will receive case management internally but have yet to be assigned to a team. Additionally, the Intake Specialist will provide brief evidence-based therapies to address problems that can be resolved through clients’ own actions and/or thought processes. Responsibilities
Provide an initial evaluation of need, triage services according to assessed need, and, if appropriate for BJC BH services, complete an initial psychosocial assessment and treatment plan, that meets accrediting and third party payer requirements. Components include: accurately evaluating observed and stated symptoms and reports of others; training to perform a mental status exam; assessing crisis and safety issues; assigning an accurate provisional ICD-10 diagnosis; administering standardized assessments (e.g., DLA-20, Level 1 Dx. Screenings, Suicide Risk Assessments) to determine areas of concern and levels of functioning; making recommendations reflecting current knowledge of mental illness and emotional disturbances; presenting information in a formal assessment with relevant history and current clinical picture. Engage individuals and families to form a trusting relationship to gather accurate information and formulate realistic treatment goals; engage individuals in a non-threatening, empathetic manner; use language and behaviors that reflect and enhance dignity of individuals with mental illness. Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across age and ethnic groups, psychiatric illnesses affecting each group, evidence-based treatments, best practices guidelines, Children’s System of Care and Fidelity Wraparound, and crisis prevention/intervention across developmental stages; understand societal, cultural, racial, gender, age, and other issues related to mental illness and its treatment; be knowledgeable about health issues and psychotropic medications. Know the services and levels of care provided by BJC Behavioral Health and other community agencies; understand diagnostic, financial, and functional criteria for acceptance by BJC BH teams and services; work collaboratively within the team and across the service system; assist in building positive working relationships with agencies, contract providers, family members, service recipients, and others. Demonstrate competency to provide brief therapy to adults, children, and families; maintain clinical competency in therapies addressing problems of living resolved through the individual or family’s actions and/or thought processes (e.g., Motivational Engagement). Minimum Requirements
Education Master's Degree Experience 2-5 years Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications LCSW or LPC Preferred Requirements
Licenses & Certifications Licensed Master Social Worker Benefits and Legal Statement
BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary. *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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