Intake Therapist at The Salvation Army Great Lakes Division – Monroe, Michigan

Purpose:

Perform complete intake process for clients entering the agency.

Summary:

Recruit, screen, and assess individuals as to their eligibility for Harbor Light System programs by conducting intakes and providing referrals.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide screening, assessment, referral and follow up services for individuals seeking admission to Harbor Light programs
• Complete Screening, Assessment, Referral, and Follow-Up data reporting forms
• Assess potential client to determine ability to pay sliding fee scale
• Refer to area Central Diagnostic and Referral Agency for interim services to those individuals who cannot be admitted to treatment within 48 hours
• Maintain waiting list for State funded clients
• Submit Capacity Matrix Forms to Site Administrator
• Serve as a liaison between local probation/parole departments, Central Diagnostic Referral agencies and other outside referral sources
• Establish linkage with a comprehensive community network of health and social service providers
• Maintain a working knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine manual and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM –IV TR)
• Complete intake process for clients within established time frame as indicated for each program. This includes completion of all required critical documents
• Provide treatment satisfaction surveys at admission and determine accessibility and efficiency of services
• Follow up with referrals of detox clients to assist in development of aftercare plan

Qualifications:
Authorization to work in The United States

• TB Test and police clearance required

Education/Experience:

• Must possess a Master’s degree in the Behavioral Science (Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Addiction Studies) with significant course work in substance abuse treatment.
• Minimum 18 months experience working in the field of substance abuse plus at least the equivalent of a 6 month Masters level internship in the field of substance abuse
• Possess American Society of Addiction Medicine Training or receive training within one year of employment

Computer Skills:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, email and internet

• Experience using Electronic Medical Records preferred

Must possess MCBAP appropriate certification (CAADC, CADC-M, CADC) or approved MCBAP Development Plan