Intake Coordinator MHA-

Make an Impact. At Well Life Network, every role plays a vital part in empowering people to live their best lives. As part of one of New York’s largest nonprofit health and human services organizations, you’ll join a team dedicated to compassion, inclusion, and excellence — helping individuals and families thrive every day.

The Intake Coordinator will provide information to outside sources on Well Life Network programs and availability, screen potential residents for program admission, assist in admission procedures, prepare outreach reports for various regulatory agencies, develop and conduct efforts to identify new referral sources, and participate in outside meetings and presentations as needed.

• Handle telephone inquiries requesting information about Well Life Network Programs; determine the type of service that is being requested and refer to appropriate internal source or appropriate outside agency.
• Attend CPOA and SPA meetings as scheduled to maintain current information on housing related matters.
• Obtain and review pertinent data and history on applicants to be considered and admitted to Well Life Network programs.
• Determine appropriateness of the referral for a specific residence or program.
• Schedule all intake and admission appointments, including staff coverage.
• Screen potential tenants and make admission determination based on verbal and written material.
• Ensure clinical hookups and day program plans for prospective tenants have been made prior to admission.
• Maintain regular communication with assigned staff at residential housing facilities to ensure a collaborative process.
• Ensure that physicians authorization is completed and in participants file, as well as all related consents.
• Follow-up on all accepted referrals until they are placed in Well Life Network or in another agency.
• Set up initial screening and program trial visits.
• Complete Outreach as directed.
• Position requires some field work (vehicle required) and 2 days weekly in office. Other days may work remote or as determined by Director of Intake Services.

• Make community contacts with possible referral sources, clinics, in or out patient departments, psychiatrist, day programs, etc.
• Make presentations at various outside agencies on an as needed basis.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Work locations and schedules are subject to change.
• Any additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Compensation:
  Competitive hourly rate based on experience.
• Robust Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, and 401k retirement plan (with matching).
• Work-Life Balance:
  Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
• Wellness Program:
  Free and low-cost gym and wellness access and support.
• Training & Growth:
  Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Meaningful Work:
  Direct impact on the lives of youth and their families.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative team that values your contributions

Masters degree in Social Sciences and two (2) years’ experience in mental health or Bachelors degree, with 5 years’ experience in Mental Health. Valid New York State driver’s license and vehicle required.