Behavioral Health Intake Specialist - Full Time - Valley Health : Job Details

Intake Specialist

The Intake Specialist is responsible for the overall coordination and daily management of all outpatient psychiatric services referrals and requests for services. Assists the Outpatient Behavioral Health Department (OPBH) by responding to all referrals and requests for services in a professional and timely manner. Performs prescreen assessment on all referred individuals and determines level of care needs and sends referrals to OPBH programs accordingly. Assists OPBH department with marketing and relationship building with referral sources.

Education

BA Degree in relevant Human Services field preferred. Applicant with a minimum of 3 years employment history working in Behavioral Health settings may be considered.

Certification & Licensure

QMHP-A in the State of VA preferred

Qualifications

Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Proficiency in use of technology such as phone, email, medical record, Microsoft programs.

Ability to multitask.

Ability to communicate with patients, caregivers, staff, callers, referral sources in professional and timely manner.

Knowledge of behavioral health treatment settings, treatment needs of the behavioral health population.

FLSA Classification

Non-exempt

Physical Demands

3 A Administration

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.