What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Intake Specialist - Full Time First Shift position at Valley Health?
Department
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SOP - 206163
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Pay Grade
115
Job Description
The Intake Specialist is responsible for the overall coordination and daily management of all outpatient psychiatric services referrals and requests for services. Assists the Outpatient Behavioral Health Department (OPBH) by responding to all referrals and requests for services in a professional and timely manner. Performs prescreen assessment on all referred individuals and determines level of care needs and sends referrals to OPBH programs accordingly. Assists OPBH department with marketing and relationship building with referral sources.
Education
BA Degree in relevant Human Services field preferred. Applicant with a minimum of 3 years employment history working in Behavioral Health settings may be considered.
Certification & Licensure
QMHP-A in the State of VA preferred.
Qualifications
Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
Proficiency in use of technology such as phone, email, medical record, Microsoft programs.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to communicate with patients, caregivers, staff, callers, referral sources in professional and timely manner.
Knowledge of behavioral health treatment settings, treatment needs of the behavioral health population.
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SOP - 206163
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Work Shift
First Shift (United States of America)
Pay Grade
115
Job Description
The Intake Specialist is responsible for the overall coordination and daily management of all outpatient psychiatric services referrals and requests for services. Assists the Outpatient Behavioral Health Department (OPBH) by responding to all referrals and requests for services in a professional and timely manner. Performs prescreen assessment on all referred individuals and determines level of care needs and sends referrals to OPBH programs accordingly. Assists OPBH department with marketing and relationship building with referral sources.
Education
BA Degree in relevant Human Services field preferred. Applicant with a minimum of 3 years employment history working in Behavioral Health settings may be considered.
Certification & Licensure
QMHP-A in the State of VA preferred.
Qualifications
Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
Proficiency in use of technology such as phone, email, medical record, Microsoft programs.
Ability to multitask.
Ability to communicate with patients, caregivers, staff, callers, referral sources in professional and timely manner.
Knowledge of behavioral health treatment settings, treatment needs of the behavioral health population.
Benefits
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:
- A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
- Dental and vision insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Savings Match
- A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
- Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.