CENTRALIZED INTAKE SPECIALIST, Behavioral Health, Generations/SIR Management Consultants, Lincolnwood, IL

SIR Management Consultants in Lincolnwood. IL, Seeks a Centralized Intake Specialist, Behavioral Health. This is a Full Time Salaried Role. The Position will be Seated at our Corporate Office in Lincolnwood. MUST HAVE A BACHELORS DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIAL SERVICES OR OTHER MENTAL HEALTH RELATED STUDIES.

The primary purpose of this role is to review/assess referrals received from Hospitals or other referral sources for potential placement at one of our 5 Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facilities (SMHRFs). Thus, the position requires experience experience in the assessment of mental health and behavioral issues.

If you are committed to excellence in services, programs and personal development in the field of Mental Health, and you thrive in a challenging environment, we would love to talk to you - submit your resume today!

We Offer you a Competitive Salary Commensurate with Experience, plus Full Benefits, including choice of Healthcare Plans, 401k with Company Match, Health Savings Account (HSA), PTO, and Much More!

Responsibilities of the Centralized Intake Specialist, Behavioral Health:

• Respond to all phone inquiries, EFaxes and community referrals in a timely manner
• Develop relationships with hospitals and social workers that lead to admissions
• Review and assess all referrals and collaborate with building leadership to determine and facilitate referrals
• Utilize Green/Yellow/Red process to determine appropriate placement
• Conduct all necessary background checks (IDOC, ISO) and MEDI check
• Ensure PASRR is active and approved
• Develop and administer data-base tracking for referrals
• Monitor each facility on a daily basis
• Assist Regional Director of Behavioral Development with promotional events

Requirements of the Centralized Intake Specialist, Behavioral Health:

• Knowledge of and compassionate toward MI population
• Patient Assessment skills (via referral and interview) for Adults with Mental Illness
• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree in Psych or related studies; Master's Degree preferred
• Experience and knowledge of area hospitals preferred
• Established relationships with social workers, physicians, and discharge planners preferred
• Have experience as an intake coordinator for mental health facilities
• Basic understanding of Medicaid and Social Security benefits as pertains to SMHRFs
• Understanding of Pre-Admission Screening (PAS) process
• Demonstrated problem solving skills
• Available 40 hours a week, and as needed by phone
• Evening and weekend availability as needed
• Able to travel to facilities on a regular basis(expenses reimbursed)

Since 1991, Generations Healthcare Management/SIR Management Health Care Consultants has been providing specialized mental health rehabilitation services to our Illinois clients. We have continued to expand its scope to embrace all areas of senior living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Come join our growing company. Visit our website at www.sirmanagement.com.

Generations Healthcare Management/SIR Management Health Care Consultants is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow all Federal and State Covid-19 precautions.

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Mentally Ill Population: 2 years (Required)
• Patient Assessment skills: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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