You can make a difference by helping people get back into the swing of life at Ponessa Behavioral Health as a Licensed Intake Specialist for Mental Health Outpatient Services!

Summary:

We are seeking a Full-time Licensed Intake Specialist to work in our Lancaster County Office! This position is M-F and is based on a 40 hour work week with flexible hours to create a work/life balance.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts Intake Assessments for children, adolescents, and adults interested in outpatient therapy and psychiatric services.
• Develops an appropriate treatment plan supporting recovery concepts by incorporating the individual’s/family’s strengths, barriers and individual needs. Documents a clear problem statement and treatment goals/objectives in an individual’s “own voice”. Formulates measurable, achievable goals and objectives, in collaboration with the individual.
• Communicates and interacts with patients, families, and others in a caring, empathetic, and respectful manner.
• Completes medical record documentation, document services authorizations, releases of information, case management responsibilities and other required documentation as dictated by State Licensing Regulations.
• Assigns clients to appropriate therapist and/or psychiatrist based on availability and presenting issues.
• Attends all mandatory and scheduled trainings, supervisions, and staff meetings. Reports to supervisor on a regular basis to insure consistency and quality of care.
• Maintains professional boundaries and behavior, as specified by the Ponessa Behavioral Health Code of Ethics/Conduct, during interactions with all staff and clients.
• Maintains strict confidentiality and client’s rights in accordance with Ponessa Behavioral Health Policy Procedure Manual, the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) Regulations, the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Non-Discrimination Policy.
• Comply with all expectations and obligations regarding Mandated Reporting of Sexual and Physical Abuse, Harm to self, or Harm to others.
• Adhere to the Child Adolescent System Services Program (CASSP) Model of service delivery which specifies the following core principles: Child centered, family Focused, Community based, Multi-System, Culturally competent, and Least restrictive/intrusive.
• Other duties as assigned by the Outpatient Services Director.

Education requirements/Experience:

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Human Services Field
• PA Licensed: LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT
• Ability to work independently and with others to accomplish objectives as a team
• Strong organizational and leadership skills

Preferred Experience:

• Bilingual speaking skills in English and Spanish
• Experience working with children, adolescents and adults or be willing/interested to work with all of the aforementioned populations

Credentials:

• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• PA Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
• PA Department of Human Services: Use service code 1KG738
• Educational Documentation: Official transcript from graduate degree
• PA License: LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT

Perks and Benefits:

(Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in insurance benefits after 30 days of full-time employment)

• Medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Critical illness, disability, cancer, life insurance, and ABLEPAY.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free supervision towards licensure
• Employee appreciation, recognition, and awards
• 401K and Roth IRA Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
• Tuition discounts through educational partnerships
• Paid training, continuing education credits available
• Company laptop provided
• Employee appreciation, recognition, and awards
• Loan Repayment Program (LRP) Practitioner approved site (see Ponessa.com for additional information)

Submit your resume today for immediate consideration!

To view a complete listing of available opportunities with Ponessa Behavioral Health, please click on the link below:

https://www.ponessa.com/careers/

Ponessa Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.