Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) Intake Specialist

Sign-on Bonus of up to $5,000 available!

Pay based on experience/education/credentials
 

Your Responsibilities

As a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) Intake Specialist, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating therapeutic client intake services for the clients of the clinic. Additional responsibilities include:

• Speaking with individuals to get their personal (medical, mental or legal) history and ascertaining their mental and physical state
• Using the gathered information to guide them to the right service, department or office
• Coordinating schedules and appointments
• Obtaining insurance or billing information
• Processing paperwork
• Ensuring forms have the proper signatures and that they are filled out correctly
• Following up with clients and sharing vital information
• Other administrative duties as assigned

What You Need

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or Mental Health Counseling
• Prefer full Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) (will accept LMHC or LMFT)
• Experience working with adults with brain health disorders
• Knowledge of the theories and techniques of therapy in the clinical setting in the provision of ongoing services to individuals and families.
• Excellent communication, organization, and critical thinking skills
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position

Competitive benefits package for full-time employees working 30+ hours a week:

• Health insurance (up to 79% employer paid)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with profit sharing and employer match 
• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Staff development and training
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility for federal student loans
• Sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 available

About the Program

The Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) aims to provide a comprehensive range of mental health and substance-use disorder services, with an emphasis on helping vulnerable individuals. These services include:

• Crisis mental health services
• Outpatient mental health and substance-use services
• Screening, assessment, and diagnosis
• Patient-centered treatment planning

This program will benefit uninsured, underinsured, and underserved residents in Dubuque and Jackson counties, by offering multiple services in a single location and creating a more accessible and seamless environment for clients. The clinics goal is to remove barriers and improve access to care and reduce wait times to give our clients quicker access to services.

About the Organization

Hillcrest Family Services is a non-profit organization that assists adults and children in need of help. Every day, Hillcrest builds confidence in hundreds of people and families. We strive to be a leading provider in supporting brain health and wellness. Were a place where compassion is commonplace. Where our passion soars and faith restores.

**COVID-19 Vaccination Not Required**