Intake Coordinator conducts initial assessments of patients to determine mental health needs and establish care requirements. May assign patients to mental health practitioners based on intake assessments. Being an Intake Coordinator requires a bachelor's degree in a related area. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Intake Coordinator occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be an Intake Coordinator typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Description
AGENCY OVERVIEW
Since our founding in 1895 in Marin County as an orphanage – and through subsequent years as Sunny Hills Services – Side by Side has been at the forefront of best practices in child welfare, working with the most vulnerable youth in our community. Today, Side by Side operates in four counties – Marin, Alameda, Sonoma, and Napa – across the Bay Area, reaching nearly 2,000 children, young adults, and family members per year with much-needed services related to behavioral and mental health, early intervention in schools, LGBTQIA support, transitional housing for foster youth, and special education.
Side By Side places high value on individuals with a passion for helping underserved youth and families in a collaborative and inclusive work culture. We strive to work together to create a trauma-informed workplace where we walk the walk of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles.
COMPENSATION
This position has a salary range of $62,400.00 to $75,700.00 depending on years of clinical experience and bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills.
BENEFITS INFORMATION
JOB SUMMARY
The Intake Coordinator is responsible for the initial screening and management of referrals to all SBS mental health and housing programs. Participates in weekly meetings tracking referrals, facilitates interviews, monitors waitlists, and completes all intake paperwork.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES / EXPECTATIONS
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and expectations required of the position.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Ethical Conduct: Understands and adheres to the agency's Code of Conduct, demonstrates a high level of integrity in all internal and external activities and complies with the Employee Handbook and all other Agency policies, practices and procedures. Maintains strict confidentiality related to client, staff, donor and other Agency information.
Intercultural Competence: Has the desire and ability to support an inclusive environment with respect to all clients, staff and stakeholders, and to respect and adapt behavior to cultural differences and commonalities in values, expectations, beliefs, and practices.
JOB COMPETENCIES
Communication: Communicates with co-workers, clients and stakeholders clearly in writing and orally, as needed and on a timely basis. Listens and responds well. Uses good judgment about what information is important and should be communicated, to whom and when.
Technology: Able to use technology to complete work assignments efficiently, including, as necessary, proficiency in the use of personal computers and mobile devices, email, the Internet and web-based programs. As required for the job, is skilled in used of Microsoft Office products (e.g. Outlook email and calendar, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other software tools.
Personal and Interpersonal Skills: Able to interact well with clients, co-workers and other stakeholders, and to maintain effective working relationships. Adaptable to changing circumstances and is sensitive to needs and reactions of others. Maintains composure in internal and external interactions and situations. Able to handle personal and work-related stress.
Teamwork: Work well in collaboration with colleagues. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively and participates in group meetings and collaborative situations.
POSITION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Side by Side provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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