Admissions & Outreach Manager (CASAC) - Acacia Network : Job Details

Acacia Network Inc.Admissions & Outreach Manager (CASAC) Brooklyn, NY : 9/17/2024Job DescriptionJob ID#:4009Job Category:Acacia Network Inc.Position Type:Full TimeDetails:Acacia Network, the leading Latino integrated care nonprofit in the nation, offers the community, from children to seniors, a pathway to behavioral and primary healthcare, housing, and empowerment. We are visionary leaders transforming the triple aim of high quality, great experience at a lower cost. Acacia champions a collaborative environment to deliver vital health, housing and community building services, work we have been doing since 1969. By hiring talented individuals like you, we've been able to expand quickly, with offices in Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, Orlando, Tennessee, Maryland and Puerto Rico.POSITION OVERVIEW:The Admissions Intake Coordinatorprovides alcoholism and substance use disorder counseling services in approved work settings to conduct intakes and see clients individually in the integrated outpatient program. The coordinator will complete a psychosocial intake assessment for clients. The position involves working closely with the front office support staff, the medical team as well as the clinicians.Salary: $65,000 per yearKEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Conduct substance use and mental health assessments, utilizing standardized assessment tools and best practice techniques i.e. MI, EBP etc.Complete phone screenings and determine client's suitability to complete a clinical assessment.Coordinate intakes and medical appointments as necessary.Knowledge of all applicable screening tools; i.e. PHQ 2&9, DAST, MAST, Modified Mini Screen, etc.Works with Finance Department to ensure billing for APG servicesWork with Entitlement Department to ensure financial clearanceProcess client ID Card/Photo.Complete a Comprehensive Psycho-Social Assessment for clients entering the Program.Knowledge of the current LOCADTR 3.0Knowledge of Lighthouse to check for dual enrollment prior to admission,Completes timely reporting admissions and discharges on OASAS Client Data System PAS 44's and PAS 45'sWorking knowledge of Electronic Health Record; i.e. Nextgen and Avatar.Explain treatment service agreement include; program rules and regulations (orientation), policies and practices and obtains clients signaturesConduct monthly orientation groups that include all new admissions.Monitors and reconciles Census between Lighthouse/Central Registry and OASAS CDS.Pursue ongoing professional development relevant to the job position.Participate in clinical supervision regularly and interdisciplinary team meetings.Demonstrates understanding of appropriate use of treatment planning and clinical interventionProvides education and information to the client about alcohol and drug use disorderMaintains and updates referral services and resources that may be useful to our client populationConducts random toxicology testing for clients whenever necessaryOther related duties as required or directed by the Supervisor.REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma or GED required.Associate Degree preferred.Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a substance use disorder, mental health and/or social service setting.Valid unrestricted OASAS certification as a CASAC.Must obtain Mandated reporter (2 hours) training/certificateprior to hire date.Website info: obtain training/certification withinthirty (30) days of hire.Domestic ViolenceInfection Control BASIC(non-medical/nursing staff)HIVChild AbuseTobacco CessationImpaired Driver Screening and AssessmentMust obtain training/certificationduring in-house orientation.Supporting Recovery with Medications Addictions Treatment (MAT)Must obtainSUDtraining/certificate withinthirty (30) days of hire (if applicable)Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to TreatmentCASAC Canon of Ethics (6 hours)Confidentiality related to 42CFR (3 Hours)Excellent organizational, communication and time management skillsAbility to work on a strong team of professionals in a culturally diverse environmentAbility to multitask and to work and function under pressureJob Requirements