Admissions Care Coordinator

Admissions Care Coordinator - Bibb Outpatient Services

About River Edge Behavioral Health

River Edge Behavioral Health is recognized for its state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, and substance abuse problems. In addition, River Edge offers services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• 401k with an employer match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short and Long-term disability coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Discount Program.

River Edge offers behavioral health outpatient services to adults in Macon-Bibb County experiencing mental health and substance use challenges and is looking to fill the position of Admissions Care Coordinator with/at our Bibb Outpatient Services program.

In this role you will:

Provide care coordinator of individuals receiving services through River Edge Behavioral Health to ensure that individuals' behavioral health, physical health, and other identified needs are met and that services are coordinate with primary care and other systems with which the individuals is involved. Primarily interfaces with the Admissions Clinicians to ensure appropriate referrals and coordination is maintained with internal and external service providers.

Responsibilities:

• Provides care coordination services for all newly admitted clients working in collaboration with the Admissions Clinician.
• Work collaboratively with clients to obtain demographic information.
• Enters all client information into the Electronic Medical Record.
• Participates in assessment activities and the development of person-centered treatment plan.
• Engages in follow-up activities with internal River Edge programs, community partners, and primary care organizations to ensure quality care.
• Responsible for monitoring service utilization and outcomes data based on identified target areas.
• Complete follow up activities with clients to ensure all referrals are completed and client engages in services to all referred programs.
• Interface with staff of River Edge programs and Admissions Clinicians to assure good communication, problem resolution, quality service provision, and ease of transition into services.
• Provide consultation to River Edge team members and community partners regarding alternatives, creative approaches to care, etc.
• Responds to all client questions and concerns.
• Identifies and reports any clinical, utilization, or outcomes issues to appropriate staff.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and professional development activities.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and other meetings as required.
• This position will be knowledgeable about and actively support 1) culturally competent, recovery-based practices, 2) person centered planning as a shared decision-making process with the individual who defines his or her own life goals and is assisted in developing a unique path towards those goals, and 3) a trauma informed culture to aid consumers in the recovery process.
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential responsibilities and core competencies and does not prescribe or restrict the responsibilities that may be assigned. The job holder is responsible to the organization and to carry out any other duties within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job as requested by the supervisor.

You will need:

• A minimum of a bachelors degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or other healthcare related field
• A strong understanding of the needs of persons with mental illness, intellectual/developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
• Understanding of co-morbid primary care conditions and understanding of how to implement as strong recovery philosophy.
• Interpersonal and human relation skills with an ability to collaborate with teams.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Positive energy and excellent communication skills
• Acceptable background check/drug screen
• Acceptable references

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must have the flexibility to assist other departments as needed
• Demonstrate knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.
• Customer service experience or experience in a behavioral health setting.

Location/Schedule:

175 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217.

Monday - Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm.

The Application Process:

• All qualified applicants will be considered.
• This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified.
• The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.
• Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.

Safe Working Environment:

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we recommend full all employees to frequently wash your hands, sanitizing common areas, this helps to keep employees and clients safe.

Diversity and Inclusion:

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace:

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

At Will Workplace:

Employment with River Edge Behavioral Health is at will. At-will means your employment relationship with River Edge Behavioral Health or Affordable Business Solution is for an indefinite period and is subject to termination by you or River Edge Behavioral Health, with or without cause, with or without notice, and at any time.

River Edge Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer: River Edge Behavioral Heath recruits qualified candidates for positions in its service area. It is the policy of River Edge Behavioral Health provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.