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#TeamKairos is seeking an Assessment & Access Specialist!
To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://kairosnw.e3applicants.com/careers/ and fill out an application
$3000 Sign-on bonus! (after 90 day introductory period)
The Assessment and Access Specialist provides the initial contact a youth or family has with Kairos. This position also provides a smooth and seamless experience that includes telephone and/or face to face eligibility screenings to determine the nature and extent of the client's need and how Kairos can provide services which best meet the needs identified. They also meet with clients to perform Initial Assessments and complete initial Treatment Plans, as needed, that take into account any psychological, social and biological problems that may be affecting the youth and family's life. The Assessment and Access Specialist assigns the youth to a staff team, factoring their knowledge of the needs presented, the strengths of the staff teams, current team caseloads, and other relevant information. This position also schedules initial appointments with assigned providers to begin the treatment process.
Education and Experience:
Must meet Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) classifications, which includes a degree in one of the following:
- Graduate degree in Psychology;
- Graduate degree in Social Work;
- Graduate degree in Recreational, Art, or Music Therapy;
- Graduate degree in a behavioral science field; or
- A qualified Mental Health Intern, as defined in 309-019-0105 (61)
Additionally the QMHP's ability to become licensed within 2 years is preferred.
Must demonstrate the ability to conduct an assessment, including identifying precipitating events, gathering histories of mental and physical health, substance abuse, past mental health services and criminal justice contacts, assessing family, cultural, social and work relationships, conducting a mental status examination, complete a DSM diagnosis, write and supervise the implementation of a Service Plan, and provide individual, family or group therapy as needed within the scope of their training.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Provide proof of current, valid Oregon Driver's License (or if out-of-state will obtain Oregon license within 30 days), comprehensive automobile insurance (if applicable) and a safe driving record (minimum of 3 yrs.) to use company or personal vehicle for required duties.
- Successfully pass a Criminal Background Check and Medicaid Fraud Check.
- Obtain and maintain current certifications in the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment and the Adult Needs and Strengths (ANSA) assessment.
- Obtain and maintain current CPI Verbal De-escalation Certification.
- Obtain and maintain current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification and Food Handlers Card.
Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Core Competencies:
- Oversee the process of intake, admissions, appointments, and evaluation of youth and family seeking services.
- Accept inquiries by phone or letter from referral parties, including parents, schools and youth service workers and agencies.
- Communicate with referral sources and clients regarding follow through or lack there-of on scheduled appointments.
- Ability to verify insurance eligibility.
- Provide evaluation, assessment and treatment planning of youth and family needs.
- Collaborate with other team members to maintain up to date electronic health records.
- Maintain up-to-date client records and enter all clinical documentation into electronic health record before the end of each work day.
- Participate in case reviews and/or case staffing as needed.
- Work closely and collaboratively with other Access staff with regards to all position duties and responsibilities.
- Coordinate the development and revision of policies and practice guidelines associated with access and the continuum of care.
- Concisely and thoroughly document daily clinical information. Provide timely accurate documentation to meet billing requirements. Must adhere to Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) and standards of care.
- Liaison with other service agencies, providers and referral sources; represent the agency in selected meetings and conferences as necessary and assigned.
- Participate in Quality Improvement initiatives.
- Maintain referral and cumulative contact records.
- Maintain awareness of service configuration, access procedures, service availability, etc.; inform referral sources of openings and access procedures as necessary.
- Ensure all agency contracts are entered and effectively managed in the agency's Electronic Medical Record.
- Abide by ethical codes, mission, values, and professional standards, including confidentiality and HIPPA.
- Actively utilize and reference agency policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Present a positive attitude, professional demeanor and demonstrated respect with youth and young adults, families, staff, visitors, and community partners.
- Perform all work tasks in a proper and safe manner per established policies, procedures and guidelines to prevent unnecessary injury, time loss and agency expense.
- Comply with all federal, state and agency health and safety reporting requirements.
- Occasionally provide ongoing services to a small caseload as needed.
$3000 Sign-on bonus after 90 day introductory period.
Benefits: 2.4 weeks paid time-off, 1 week of paid sick-time the first year of employment, 6 paid holidays per year, health, vision and dental insurance, 401k with up to 6% employer contribution. Agency is qualified for federal student aid public service loan forgiveness program.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates who meet minimum qualifications and are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Kairos is subject to the Oregon Health Authority’s vaccination mandate for health care providers and staff. All new hires must submit proof of completed vaccination or be approved for a medical or religious exception upon hire.
To apply for this position, please visit our website at https://kairosnw.e3applicants.com/careers/ and fill out an application
