Substance Abuse Intake Specialist

Job Summary

SpecialCare Hospital Management is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Detox Intake Coordinator to join our team. As a key member of our hospital management team, you will be responsible for the screening and assessment of patients to ensure they meet our service criteria. You will also develop patient-tailored discharge plans for those who have completed treatment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Screen patients via phone and walk-in inquiry, initiating insurance verification, scheduling assessment and intake.
• Complete all paperwork clearly, concisely, and in line with policy and procedure.
• Effectively communicate with hospital staff (physicians, nursing, etc.) as it pertains to patient assessment, continued stay, and discharge planning.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance.
• In-facility rounds and follow-up calls on patients daily according to policy and procedure.
• Formulate discharge and aftercare plans with patient involvement.
• Report daily census to the corporate office.
• Perform community outreach telephone calls daily to various agencies.
• Complete bio-psychosocial assessments.
• Other related duties as determined by supervisor.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services with at least 2 years of social service and/or clinical service work experience.
• Knowledge of addiction and/or dependence.
• Substance abuse counselor and/or case manager experience, previous experience in substance abuse withdrawal, MAT treatment, or detox is a plus.
• Ability to work as a team player, willing to accept and promote goals with minimal supervision, and have the ability to assist and support others.
• Ability to identify problems and implement solutions.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and interact with others.
• Past experience in a hospital setting and hospital management is preferred.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(K).
• Generous paid time off accrual.
• Excellent growth and development opportunities.
• Satisfying and rewarding work striving to overcome the opioid epidemic.