Catalight · 1 day ago
Clinical Intake Assessor
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$105K/yr - $120K/yrCatalight is one of the nation’s largest behavioral health networks supporting families seeking behavioral health services. The Clinical Intake Assessor is responsible for utilizing a client-focused approach to identify client needs and inform their care path, ensuring clients receive timely and appropriate treatment.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Conduct client screening to determine medical necessity of Behavioral Health Treatment including interviewing clients and caregivers to gather clinical and medical information
Review relevant reports and documentation to inform clinical recommendations
Use working knowledge of assessing and addressing risk. Escalate high risk clinical concerns to supervisor
Write all reports and other clinical documentation in a professional and objective manner
Serve as a contact for clients and families and respond to all client inquiries within 2 business days; ensuring all client’s needs are met
Complete documentation regarding all interactions with the client, provider, and interdisciplinary team, using appropriate systems and procedures promptly, per agency policies
Supports Clinical Escalation Specialists and Client Case Manager and Provider Case Manager to address complaints and grievances by conducting client case reviews and client family outreach
Collaborate with providers regarding clinical concerns related to their client
Documents all client family complaints and grievances, and submits documentation to the Catalight Quality department, per policy requirements
As appropriate, coordinate with CCS Clinical Case Managers to ensure appropriate BHT services
Participate in special projects and assist with additional duties/tasks as assigned by supervisor
Must adhere to all federal, state, and local laws/legislations as applicable as well as HIPAA laws and regulatory agencies
Qualification
Required
California Licensed Mental Health Clinician
Working knowledge of assessing and addressing risk and dangerous behaviors
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, marriage family therapy or counseling is required
Able to conduct strengths based, client centered clinical screener and refer clients for clinically appropriate services
Sensitivity to working with an ethically, linguistically, culturally, and economically diverse population
A commitment to the values of the organization while demonstrating good judgement, flexibility, patience and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters
Consistent demonstration of good judgment and decision-making skills while maintaining the highest level of confidentiality and discretion
Able to appropriately interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while effectively multitasking
Ability to work with various individuals across all levels within the organization
Ability to effectively de-escalate clients and families
Demonstrated expertise in crisis management
Manage day-to-day responsibilities with or without supervision
Excellent verbal and writing communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills (i.e. advanced listening techniques: empathic, active and reflective listening)
Strong client focused approach (i.e. ability to set clear boundaries and advocate for client/family needs)
Strong time management and organizational skills
Must be highly detail oriented
Ability to work successfully on an interdisciplinary team
Must be available Monday through Friday and able to conduct assessments in designated time blocks
Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ)
Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General
Must attend any required training
Preferred
Familiarity with the field of ABA, BHT, and knowledge of other community resources and agencies that serve this population preferred
Company
Catalight
Catalight breaks down barriers and biases to create a more equitable world so people with developmental disabilities can choose their path.
Founded in 2019
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Rodrigo Mahs
Executive Vice President, Growth and Innovation
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