Admission Specialist

Uplifting the human spirit is a lofty statement for any organization to promote as their objective, especially given the challenging world we live in today. Quality health and human services for individuals, families and communities in need are a priceless resource.

Person in this position will be primarily responsible for scheduling client intakes, serving as a liaison to referring programs, maintaining a full census and the assessment of clients in order to determine the appropriate program and services they require.

* Provide direct screening of clients in order to determine appropriate level of service required. * Administer agency approved screening instruments to individuals seeking treatment services. * Complete induction packets and obtain all necessary documentation and verification of program eligibility. * Coordinate the entry of clients into the program with all agency program components. * Coordinate transportation of new clients from various facilities to the agency. * Complete documentation of services on provided forms in a timely manner. * Provide correspondence to requests for medical information from outside agencies. * Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare. * Responsible for answering verbal and written inquiries from prospective clients requesting program information. * Assists other WestCare staff as needed in a collaborative manner to promote cooperation and portray a professional image to the community. * Perform any other duties as assigned.

* Must possess strong organization and documentation skills. * Must possess strong knowledge of substance abuse and mental illness and the specialized needs and requirements to identify and document same. * Ability to work collaboratively with others in a manner that is pleasant and professional. * Ability to work well in a team environment. * Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion. * Ability to operate a computer and complete documents in Microsoft office programs. * Ability to respond as needed to crisis situations in an efficient manner. * Ability to complete work tasks within scheduled work hours. * Ability to work with individuals with co-occurring disorders and maintain professionalism at all times. * • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Knowledge of multi-line phone systems. * Willing to seek out new work projects and contribute ideas and efforts to the constant improvement of WestCare Services. **Education:** * High School/GED required; Bachelors degree preferred. A minimum of two years in the field of substance abuse, mental illness or social services preferred.