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integratedliving Australia Ltd

Intake Specialist - QMHP

integratedliving Australia Ltd, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Intake specialists are Qualified Mental Health Professionals (QMHP) who provide services to individuals diagnosed with severe mental illnesses who may also have co-occurring substance use disorders and/or chronic health conditions. Intake specialists complete a variety of clinical assessments with clients to determine eligibility of services. If criteria is met, the intake specialist will coordinate on-going care.

Intake specialists utilize a person-centered, trauma-informed, recovery focused approach to forge therapeutic relationships with racially and culturally diverse individuals:

To assess their psychiatric needs

To gather psychosocial history

To evaluate individual strengths, needs, and goals

To define and facilitate desired life outcomes

Coordinate and manage client crises when they arise

Identify potential service gaps and advocate with providers to ensure services are appropriate and adequate to clients' needs and preferences

The ideal candidate is someone who:

Would like to work in both an office based and community based setting

Is interested in working with adults with severe mental illness

Is interested in learning more about clinical diagnosis

Someone interested in gaining clinical experience for advance licensure

Appreciates a faced past environment

Is self‑motivated, independent, flexible, and appreciates variety in their work day

Communicates effectively and professionally

Is organized, reliable, and skilled in time management

Most importantly, is looking for a career that makes a real difference in peoples' lives Intake specialists work under general supervision of the unit manager and/or the LPHA supervisor with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment

Intake specialists who are master's Level clinicians are eligible for clinical supervision towards advance licensure from a board‑certified supervisor, while employed with Integral Care. Intake specialists who are master's Level clinicians will have an opportunity to provide living skills training to clients under the supervision of an LPHA.

Regular, predictable attendance is considered to be an essential requirement for this position. Other duties may be assigned. May require a flexible work schedule.

Integral Care employees are to strive to maintain a trauma sensitive workplace, to embrace trauma sensitive and informed practices, and to foster a supportive and welcoming environment of care.

Education:

Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree with a major specialization in Human/Behavioral/Social Services or related field. Master's degree preferred.

Licenses:

Current and valid Driver's License and a clean driving record.

Experience: Hours: Full-Time

Workdays: Monday - Friday

Workhours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM

Salary $24.18- $25.39 an hour based on education.

Why join us: Integral Care has proudly served Travis County residents for the past 50 years. As the largest provider of behavioral health services in Travis County, we are dedicated to improving the lives of adults and children living with mental illness, substance use disorder and intellectual and developmental disabilities.

By joining our team, you will find rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we can help improve the quality of life for the people we serve. Imagine your career at Integral Care!

Employee Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Generous vacation/holiday/sick leave

Life and Short-term/Long-term Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

403(b) retirement account

Gold's gym membership discount

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, sex or age.

For specific positions, additional compensation may be offered to candidates who are bilingual in English and another language deemed necessary for the role.

Qualified Mental Health Professional, QMHP, Case Manager, Rehabilitation Specialist, Service Coordinator, Mental Health Professional, Mental Health Specialist, Social Worker

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