Open Access Specialist - Goshen

Open Access Specialist - Goshen Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, and make a living by making a difference!! Who We Are Oaklawn is the leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Elkhart, Goshen, South Bend, Mishawaka and the surrounding communities of northern Indiana. We serve 27,000 children, adolescents and adults annually through treatment that spans the continuum of care. Our services range from skills training and case management to outpatient therapy and inpatient care, specializing in complex cases. With nearly 900 employees on four campuses, Oaklawn offers unparalleled clinical training and robust opportunities for growth. Oaklawn has led ground-breaking initiatives in children's mental health, addiction treatment, cross-cultural outreach, housing for seriously mentally ill adults and more. Our staff have unique opportunities for advancement while working on the cutting edge of community mental health. What We Offer We offer competitive compensation, a full benefits package and career advancement opportunities. Start earning PTO the day you start Work life balance Behavioral health assistance Regular supervision to grow professional skills What You'll Do Open Access Specialist will: Complete the point-of-entry in the EMR (Electronic Medical Record) Orient clients to Oaklawn services and the intake process Assist in the screening and admission of clients to the appropriate Oaklawn program(s), helping with appropriate community referrals when needed. Act as the initial contact for many clients seeking services at the Access Center by person and occasionally by phone. The Open Access Specialist has daily contact with clients and families as well as professionals and referral agencies. The specialist gathers information and communicates it to the appropriate clinician or department assisting in client access to services within our Open Access Clinics.

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field preferred. One year experience preferred with Bachelor degree. Without Bachelor degree, experience to equate to 4 years of combined education and experience in a mental health, social services or other healthcare or related setting required.