Responsible for assessing appropriate levels of care, identifying services, and working with community support treatment teams. Must be available 24/7 to intervene in crisis situations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in related human services/social services field
- Valid Driver's License and vehicle required to travel
- Two-three years experience in mental health setting preferred
- Knowledge of utilizing DMS IV and ASAM criteria for purposes of assessing clinical diagnoses and appropriate client placement
- Knowledge of medical needs and available resources to the psychiatrically disabled persons.
- Knowledge of appropriate record keeping procedures
- Sensitivity to multi-cultural differences
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuous improvement in all service areas.
- Relate well to people of all socioeconomic groups
- Knowledge of computers and applicable software
- Excellent Writing Skills
- Knowledge of languages other than English helpful, particularly Spanish