Temporary Screener- Spanish Bilingual

Temporary Screener - Spanish Bilingual - Renton, WA

Consejo Counseling and Referral Service  is seeking to hire a Full-time Temporary Screener - Spanish Bilingual  for our Renton location .

Summary of Job Description :

Reporting to the Deputy D i rector of In tegrated Clinical Services the screener is responsible for screen ing client referrals by evaluating mental health issues, domestic vio l ence issues, and substance abuse issues; assist clients and the public to access community and agency resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Conduct telephone screening for client referrals for the mental health program.
• As needed, conduct face-to-face client screenings for the Children's and Family Services and the Adult and Adult with Disabilities Mental Health Departments.
• Consult with therapist, mental health program managers / supervisors as needed to determine response time.
• Handle crises as they arise during screening or via incoming telephone calls received from the public during business hours.
• Maintain cooperative working relationship with agency staff, community, and social and health services agencies.
• Requests files from medical records for returning clients.
• Participate in required agency training and staff meetings.
• Maintain close contact with program managers and supervisors.
• Ensure proper intervention and follow-up with staff cooperation.
• Ensure proper intervention and follow-up of screenings.
• Refer clients to appropriate services within the agency and / or community agencies;
• Coordinate crisis responses with the appropriate department or agency.
• Schedule screening appointments and obtain all necessary documentation during the screening process.
• Track the screenings and intake appointments.
• Contact the client one day before the intake interview to ensure the appointment is kept or rescheduled as needed.
• Assign client numbers.
• Reschedule missed appointments as directed by the therapists, program manager, or supervisor.
• Conducted crisis interviews and provided crisis clients with resources.
• Communicate with schools or referring agencies regarding client services and their follow-up as designated by policy.
• Maintain screening / referral database to ensure all information is current and accessible as needed.
• Document all calls into the screening / referral database.
• Maintain the intake therapist schedule to ensure appointments are made when screening is conducted.
• Review the "Wait List" regularly and contact clients monthly to ensure services are still needed and / or desired. Update the "Wait List" accordingly.
• Check for funding availability via PROVIDER 1, insurance, and other designated resource data files when the screening is conducted.
• Complete all required financial information and screening forms.
• Obtain the client number from accounting, complete the necessary documentation for entry into the specific County system, and forward the original to the Data Management Officer with a copy filed in the screening office as designated by the Clinical Director.
• Serve on committees, task forces, and special assignments as directed.
• Provide education and information to agency staff and in the community as needed.
• Assist upper management upon request.
• Fulfill other duties as may be assigned to meet agency operations.

QUALIFICATIONS :

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position operates on a typical schedule of 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, Monday through Friday .

SALARY

$25.00 - $30.00 hourly pay with an Agency Affiliation Registration license. Pay will depend on experience, qualifications, and credentials.

Would you be ready to join our team?

We understand that your time is valuable, so we have designed a quick and easy application process. If you are a good fit for this position, we encourage you to complete our mobile-friendly application. We are excited to meet you and discuss how you can contribute to our team!

Consejo Counseling and Referral Service is an E-Verify and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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