Intake Coordinator

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Intake Coordinator is responsible for determination decisions on all Behavioral Health Recovery Program-Basic Recovery Supports (BHRP-B) applications, while providing and coordinating services related to administering the BHRP-B. This position will represent ABH® and its services in a positive and professional manner and adhere to ABH®’s best practices, guidelines, policies and procedures as established, promoting ABH® as a leader in behavioral healthcare in all interactions and work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Review client service applications and all material prepared by the requesting provider;
  • Make final disposition to authorize and/or deny requests for BHRP-B supports;
  • Enter determination information into system for tracking and reporting purposes, and release electronic outcomes to providers;
  • Verify and assign inventory items;
  • Verify housing with local tax assessors;
  • Staff provider training sessions;
  • Comply and work towards goals established by DMHAS and ABH®;
  • Maintain internal communications by notifying supervisors with all relevant client- or program-based information;
  • Attend all required staff, supervision and training meetings;
  • Function as a team member of a regional and statewide team, including providing as-needed coverage for other members of the team;
  • Maintain confidentiality of all client protected health information and adheres to all HIPAA related to policies and procedures;
  • Demonstrate ethical behavior and cultural sensitivity in all activities involving individuals of diverse backgrounds;
  • Perform other tasks/responsibilities as required to support the business operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Associate’s Degree in Human Services or related field preferred;
  • One – three years of demonstrated work experience in the behavioral health field;
  • Attends annual Conflict of Interest training.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • Must have valid driver’s license and reliable transportation;
  • Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health services;
  • Knowledge of community resources in the local region;
  • Knowledge of DSS benefits, including medical coverage and cash assistance;
  • Ability to adapt to changing task volume while maintaining constant standards of high quality;
  • Strong attention to detail; ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines;
  • Excellent PC skills with demonstrated experience using Microsoft Office Package (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Outlook, Teams) and Internet;
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills required.

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Advanced Behavioral Health, Inc.

213 Court Street
Middletown, CT 06457

Phone: (860) 638-5309
Fax: (860) 638-5302