Intake Clinician; Part Time

Intake Clinician (Part Time; 20hours)

Community Care Alliance is looking for a part-time Intake Clinician to join our dynamic behavioral health Emergency Services (ES) team. As a member of this team, you will provide intake assessments at our outpatient community behavioral health center in Woonsocket. This position is a critical part of CCA's Open Access program which provides a centralized starting place where clients seeking behavioral health and substance use services are directed to the appropriate level of ongoing care.

Duties would include meeting face to face with new clients seeking services, making referrals, providing limited clinical case management and follow-up services for identified clients, and assisting ES clinicians with phone screenings, community visits and crisis assessments when needed.

• Knowledgeable of high acuity populations  diagnostic and assessment criteria. Experience in the use of DSM 5 and knowledge of ASAM criteria is a must
• Computer skills are essential, experience working with an Electronic Health Record system (EHR) preferred
• Experience in Community Mental Health services
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of trauma-informed care practices
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and respect for differences in language, culture, socioeconomic status, gender identity, sexuality, and individuality of clients and colleagues

• Master s Degree in a human services related field, or RN with demonstrated experience in behavioral health
• Candidates with a Bachelors  Degree and LCDP certification may be considered based on experience
• Independent Licensure preferred
• Specialized training to become qualified as a mental health professional (QMHP) in the state of Rhode Island will be offered to MA and RN level applicants upon hire
• Valid drivers license required

To apply for this opening please visit our website (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and select "Careers" and then "Current Openings" to fill out an application and upload your cover letter and resume.

Community Care Alliance provides an array of services and supports that are linked together so people can access help for their unique situations. Our goal is to help all members of our community become healthier, more self-reliant and better informed to meet their economic, social and emotional challenges.

Community Care Alliance is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.

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