Washington, District of columbia
Program Intake Specialist Job Opening in Washington, District of columbia - Position Title: Program Intake Specialist
Reports To: Director of Support Services
Customary Work Hours: Part-Time Equivalent, 25 hours per week minimum
Customary Work Days: Monday through Friday & Some Weekends Required
Salary: Contract at a rate of $100 per visit (orientation and intake)
Benefits: N/A
SUMMARY: The Comprehensive Maternity Support (CMS) program delivers enhanced preventative health, perinatal support services, and care coordination to medically underserved women. The overall program goal is to decrease perinatal morbidities and mortality, which increasing health equity in targeted service areas. The program aims to 1) Build resilience, enhance the woman?s power, and reduce stress; 2) Promote the adoption of healthy lifestyles that promote community transformation; 3) Promote healthy relationships, enhance bonding and parenting skills; 4) Connect expectant women and new mothers with an array of medical, social, and behavioral health services; 5) Strengthen communities through supportive environment for childrearing and family wellness; 6) Mobilizing the community towards supporting the CMS program and improving perinatal outcomes for women of color.
POSITION OVERVIEW: The Program Intake Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day client enrollment activities which include, and is not limited to: program orientation; obtaining consent; initiating the first prenatal or first postpartum assessment; distributing the Program description and schedule; and conducting the Comprehensive Intake Assessment. The PIS will also identify relevant mental health, social and family support needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Administer In-home or in-office Orientation to acclimate all new clients to the CMS program.
Conduct a Comprehensive Intake Assessment with all new clients to determine client?s needs and strengths, goals, and assign to a care team to include a Perinatal Health Community Health Worker, Perinatal Family Support Worker, and/or Health and Wellness Coach.
Input client data into EHR system.
Review and document in clients file any behavioral assessments completed during the initial intake and make appropriate mental health, social or family support referrals.
Assist in monitoring program implementation for ongoing problems and barriers and identifies possible solutions.
Participate in weekly case meetings with Support Services Director (as needed).
Contributes to the monthly, quarterly, mid-year and year-end reports submitted to MCOs.
Maintain weekly summary to Support Services Director and Intake Specialist of completed intakes and declined services.
Consult with a supervisor in situations where: there is an emergency including suicidal/suicidal ideation or risk; client presents as too psychotic or delusional to complete application; suspicion of physical or sexual abuse; cases of Domestic Violence; homelessness or severe food insecurity.
Additional duties maybe assigned within the scope of this position
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 2 years of experience providing direct services to the targeted population.
Bachelors Degree minimum in one of the following fields: a) social work, b) counseling/human services, or c) psychology with an emphasis on the family and/or women/children.
At least three years of experience providing direct services to African-American women, particularly pregnant and new mothers.
Experience with home visitation a plus.
Demonstrated interest and/or strong understanding of current and emerging maternal and infant health issues and health disparities.
Knowledge of local community resources and ability to refer families to appropriate agencies.
Personable, and able to utilize motivational interviewing skills
Self-motivated, able to balance multiple and competing priorities or deadlines, excellent organizational skills, and ability to track multiple tasks as delegated to program staff.
Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.
Strong focus on being strategic, problem-solving, and solution-focused.
Outstanding verbal and written communication; Skills in writing notes and reports.
Ability to organize and maintain complete, accurate records and file reports in a timely manner.
Familiarity with the effects of domestic violence, smoking, and substance abuse on pregnancy family health, parenting, and general functioning.
Familiarity with the effects of perinatal depression on child development, pregnancy, parenting, and general functioning.
Willingness to engage in continuous learning and training.
Understanding or experience with program evaluation.
REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYMENT
Must have results of a current T.B. test and annual T.B. testing.
Must have BLS for Healthcare Providers.
Must pass a background check.
Must pass DC and MD Child Abuse Clearance
Must possess Professional Liability Insurance (information will be provided)
Must have reliable transportation to use during the workday.
Have a current and valid Drivers Licenses
Have proof of current and valid automobile insurance
DO NOT apply for the job if you do not meet the requirements, you will not be contacted for an interview.
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $50.00 /hour
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
intake or assessment: 2 years
Required language:
English
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