Intake Specialist

Description:
North Star is Alaska s premier behavioral health
provider that specialized in helping young people with
life s challenges. We recognize that childhood should be
a time of joy, fulfillment, growth, and nurturing care.
We also recognize that situations happen that are beyond
young people s control or ability to effectively handle.
Our programs at North Star work with the family and the
community to help facilitate optimal growth and
nurturing throughout times of childhood adversity. Our
goal is to help young people get on a track that leads
to a life of youthfulness the life that child and
adolescents deserve.
We are currently searching for Intake Coordinator to
join our established team. The Intake Coordinator will
be responsible for conducting phone, walk-in, and
scheduled assessments as well as follow-ups and
responding to inquiries and referrals. They are also
responsible for providing emergency psychiatric
consultation services to potential patients, other
hospitals, referral sources, and community
organizations.
Requirements:
This position requires a Master s degree in Social Work,
Counseling, or Psychology, or a Registered Nurse
licensed in Alaska.
Two years experience in mental health care in a hospital
setting is
preferred. The ideal candidate will have a solid
knowledge of mental
health and experience using the DSM. Assessment
experience is
essential and candidates must have excellent verbal,
written and
assessment skills and the ability to deal with stressful
situations.