Director of Intake and Assessment

Responsibilities Clive Behavioral Health is seeking a talented and dynamic Director of Intake and Assessment to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals. About Clive Behavioral Health: Clive Behavioral Health opened in February 2021 with 100 inpatient beds for adult, child & adolescent patients experiencing a severe behavioral health crisis. Care at this location focuses on crisis management, stabilization and development of a plan to return to community living with, if needed, supportive outpatient services and community services and resources. Our vision is to provide family-centered care that helps patients achieve a brighter future. For more information about Clive Behavioral Health System, please visit our website at Shift: Monday-Friday, dayshift Position Summary: The Director of Intake is accountable for the oversight and direction of the hospital's Admissions Department. As a clinician, this position provides direction to a staff of specialists in the provision of patient access to care and behavioral health assessment services, including call management, clinical evaluations for level of care, crisis intervention, admissions and referrals. This position interfaces closely with the hospital's medical staff, nursing staff, fellow department heads, and administration, as well as external referring agencies and payers. The Intake Director is responsible for the department's budget, policies and procedures, regulatory compliance, service excellence, and data management/analysis. In addition, the Intake Director participates with the senior leadership team in the development and management of processes related to the hospital's strategic goals. The Director of Intake reports directly to the hospital's CEO. 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Qualifications Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, mental health, or related field required. Will also consider candidates that possess a graduation from an accredited program of professional nursing. Experience: A minimum of five (5) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting desirable. Working knowledge of the Addiction & Recovery field and experience in clinical interviewing, patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning, communicating with external review organizations or comparable entities, and working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds. Must have strong management skills with ability to effectively communicate with staff, ensuring proper employee performance management. Licensure: R.N., L.I.S.W., L.M.S.W., LPC or applicable license. Additional Requirements: Complete knowledge of crisis intervention techniques. Trained VDE, HWC and CPR. 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