Non-Exempt 

POSITION SUMMARY

The primary duty of the Admissions Coordinator is to conduct and oversee the admissions process for clients admitted to the Residential Treatment Program with the goal of maintaining a full census. The intake coordinator works closely with all staff members to ensure a smooth and efficient therapeutic milieu. The intake coordinator will insure continuity of the client’s care from intake to their progress in Red River Youth Academy’s Program Milieu and discharge.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor's Degree in the Social Sciences Field or high school diploma with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar field.

Training and Experience: Must have good recommendations and satisfactory work record from previous employers as well as successful reference check. Have a complete background check for child care providers from a local police agency.

Knowledge Required: State/Federal regulatory guidelines and requirements.

Special Training Required: Must be trained in Program Milieu and knowledgeable about the program utilized at Red River Youth Academy.

Special Training Required: Must be trained in Program Milieu and be knowledgeable about the program utilized at Red River Youth Academy.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Conducting intake face to face assessment appointments.

2.Efficiently work with Intake Assistant to ensure notification of all appropriate parties regarding scheduled admissions.

3.Advises families on the intake process, and provides them with all necessary information about admission.

4.Liaison between therapists, residents, and all staff members to ensure all aspects / requirements of intake and discharge are appropriately completed.

5.Notifies appropriate personnel when a new client is accepted.

6.Responsible for ensuring every effort is made to maintain a full census.

7.Ensure effective communication between intake and outreach teams to coordinate effectiveness.

8.Responsible for providing referrals to families who do not meet admissions criteria.

9.Must maintain all required logs and documentation regarding intakes.

10.Phone interviews with potential client's guardians and assess website screenings to determine eligibility for admission when applicable.

11.Assist with scheduling intake appointments when applicable.

dHourly Rate: $15.00-17.00 Based on experiance