Clinician - Intake

SUMMARY

In accordance with RNP's Mission Statement, Philosophy of Client Care and Code of Ethics as stated in the Personnel Policies and under the supervision of the Program Director will be responsible for the intake process, toxicology screening, and assisting with clerical duties.

HOURS Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm; Wednesday 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Conducts screening, intake, orientation and assessment of clients to obtain information concerning substance use, mental health, medical history or other pertinent information.
• Works collaboratively with clinical staff to connect clients to services.
• Prepares and maintains quality clinical records, and issues accurate and timely reports as requested.
• Interacts with all clients and family members in a respectful, professional and compassionate manner.
• Provides client centered treatment plans and writes comprehensive reports.
• Conducts screenings ensuring adherence to Enhanced Care Clinic (ECC) requirements.
• Prioritizes Court Support Services Division (CSSD) referrals for intakes (no longer than 10 days out).
• Supervises urinalysis collection for same gender and assists with unsupervised urinalysis collection for those of the opposite gender as required; completes associated documentation.
• Assists with filing, assembling charts and phone coverage to provide support for front desk staff and may perform other clerical duties as deemed necessary.
• Assumes all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences and two (2) years experience in counseling preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CORE COMPETENCIES contd

• Bilingual Spanish Strongly Preferred.
• Experience completing biopsychosocial intakes, counseling adults with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. Knowledge of the physical, psychological, social and economic effects of substance abuse, homelessness, medical and mental health issues.
• Ability to gather, analyze and evaluate information pertinent to the care of clients.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Valid drivers license required.