The Intake Assessment Therapist is responsible for initial screening, assessment, referral, and follow-up services for individuals seeking admission to Harbor Light programs. This includes evaluating client eligibility and coordinating with external agencies to ensure appropriate care.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Master's degree in Behavioral Science with significant coursework in substance abuse treatment and have a minimum of 18 months of relevant experience. Additional certifications and licenses are required, along with good communication and organizational skills.
The Intake and Assessment Specialist is responsible for providing initial screening, assessment, referral, and follow-up services for individuals seeking admission to Harbor Light programs. This role includes evaluating clients' eligibility, maintaining accurate records, coordinating with external agencies, and ensuring clients receive appropriate care and support.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide screening, assessment, referral and follow up services for individuals seeking admission to Harbor Light programs
Complete Screening, Assessment, Referral, and Follow-Up data reporting forms
Assess potential client to determine ability to pay sliding fee scale
Refer to area Central Diagnostic and Referral Agency for interim services to those individuals who cannot be admitted to treatment within 48 hours
Maintain waiting list for State funded clients
Submit Capacity Matrix Forms to Site Administrator
Serve as a liaison between local probation/parole departments, Central Diagnostic Referral agencies and other outside referral sources
Establish linkage with a comprehensive community network of health and social service providers
Maintain a working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine manual and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM –IV TR)
Complete intake process for clients within established time frame as indicated for each program. This includes completion of all required critical documents
Provide treatment satisfaction surveys at admission and determine accessibility and efficiency of services
Follow up with referrals of detox clients to assist in development of aftercare plan
Qualifications
Education/Experience
Must possess a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in the Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Addiction Studies) with significant course work in substance abuse treatment.
Minimum 18 months experience working in the field of substance abuse plus at least the equivalent of a 6 month Masters level internship in the field of substance abuse
Benefits
Paid Holidays
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Discounts
Pet Insurance
AFLAC
Personal Days
Vacation Days
Sick Days
Health Care Benefits
Pension Contributions
Hearing
Voluntary Life Insurance Benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Options
Possess American Society of Addiction Medicine Training or receive training within one year of employment
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Ability to determine needs and to work with multi-problem individuals
Ability to develop rapport, trust and confidence in client relationships
Must possess good communication and teamwork skills
Strong organizational skills
TB Test and police clearance required
Authorization to work within The United States
Computer Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365, email, and internet
Experience using Electronic Medical Records preferred
Certificates and Licenses
Licensure in one of the following areas
AND working within licensure-specified scope of practice: Licensed Psychologist (LP), Limited-Licensed Psychologist (LLP), Temporary Limited-Licensed Psychologist (TLLP), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Limited-Licensed Professional Counselor (LLPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Limited-Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LLMFT), Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW), Limited-Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LLMSW), Licensed Bachelor’s Social Worker (LBSW), Limited-Licensed Bachelor’s Social Worker (LLBSW) AND have a registered development plan leading to certification and timely in its implementation OR functioning under a time-limited exception plan approved by the regional PIHP.
OR
(2) Certification in one of the following Michigan Certification Board of Addiction Professionals (MCBAP) or International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium (IC & RC) credentials: Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), Certified Criminal Justice Professional - IC&RC - Reciprocal (CCJP-R), Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional – IC&RC (CCDP) – Bachelor's level only, Certified Co-Occurring Disorders Professional Diplomat – IC&RC (CCDP-D) – Master's level only
OR
(3) one of the following approved alternative certifications
For counselors/therapists: Certification through the Upper Midwest Indian Council on
Addiction
Disorders (UMICAD)
For
Licensed
Professional
Counselors: National Certified Counselor (NCC) with concurrent Master Addictions Counselor (MAC) certification
Qualifications
The Salvation Army offers the following benefits
Health
Care
Benefits which include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Hearing
Flexible spending accounts
AFLAC
Voluntary life insurance benefits
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options
Pet Insurance
Pension contributions (currently 6.0% of your earnings) begin the first quarter after 1 year of employment.
Vesting starts after three years of employment, 100% vested after five years of employment
The Salvation Army also offers a 403(b) voluntary retirement savings plan in which you may participate immediately, with approved vendors. There is currently no organizational match for 403(b) contributions.
Employee Discounts
Paid
Time
Off which includes:
Up to (6) earned sick days per year may be used as discretionary days.
The accrual rate is based upon years of service and approved hours worked.
Sick days begin accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use sick days after (90) days of employment.
Vacation begins accruing the first of the month after one full calendar month after employment begins, and you may begin to use vacation days after (90) days of employment.
You will receive up to 2 personal days per year based on date of hire.
Birthday off with pay.
Paid holidays are effective immediately.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
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