What are the responsibilities and job description for the Access Counselor- Davenport, Iowa position at Careers?
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- $8,000 for non-license (tCADC/CADC)
- $10,000 for 1st or 2nd level license
Position Purpose: Provide continuity of care by facilitating client assessments, case management and admission planning services in an ethical, legal and moral manner within a safe and therapeutic environment, consistent with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. Participate as a team member in the delivery of Substance use Disorder treatment services to clients and their families and facilitate the issues of recovery into their daily living situations.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Addiction Studies or other related field.
• tCADC/CADC, IADC, LMHC or LISW required;
Job Requirements:
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Computer proficiency required;
Ability to navigate and complete documentation in the electronic healthcare record;
Ability to accurately complete required documentation within the prescribed time frames;
Demonstrated clinical competency in assessments and admissions.
Essential Responsibilities:
1. Work hours prescribed and any additional hours deemed necessary for the responsibilities assigned.
2. Handle all First Contact calls and assess telephonically to determine appropriateness for treatment, level of care, and special needs.
3. Schedule and conduct assessment interviews with potential clients and their significant others.
4. Formulate initial diagnostic impression and appropriate recommendations for level of care placement.
5. Provide case management and counseling services to assigned clients.
6. Utilize intervention skills as required to place the client in the appropriate level of treatment services.
7. Maintain knowledge of community, school and recovery resources in order to make appropriate interagency referrals as required.
8. Provide networking, linkage and follow-up with referral sources.
9. Maintain communications with all staff (e.g. assessments, admissions).
10. Meet with all individuals being admitted to inpatient treatment and provide warm hand-off to admissions clinician whenever possible.
11. Have Client Accounts Representative meet with the client if needed to discuss co-pay and get down payment when appropriate.
12. Confirm that client has medications and appropriate medical records needed for admission.
13. Conduct pre-certification call for insurance if needed.
14. Notify appropriate staff of client status during admissions process.
15. Ensure that client health records are maintained consistent rules and regulations.
16. Assume on-call responsibilities as scheduled or when necessary.
17. Serve as a member of the Access Team and participate in all team meetings and activities.
Essential Responsibilities:
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00AM-5:30PM; Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM
Work Location: Rosecrance New Life Davenport
Pay: Based on education, experience and credentials
- Starting rate for Bachelors - $21.11/hour
- Starting rate for Masters - $24.44/hour
- Additional $.50/hr with CADC certification
Salary : $21 - $50