Behavioral Health Intake Specialist (Per Diem)

Job Title: Access Specialist
Location: Oceanport, NJ
Req#: 0000116591
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Department name: Central Access Office

Job Overview: The Behavioral Health Intake Specialist facilitates the admission process, provides information and referrals and makes appointments for the treatment of psychiatric related problems. This position is also responsible for intake and linkage of RWJBarnabas Health Care System employees and their dependents to RWJBarnabas Behavioral Health Network EAP Affiliates/Provider Network, as well as for external EAP accounts(total membership approx 150k).

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelor s degree in psychology or related human services field required.
• Minimum two years crisis intervention experience required.
• Strong interpersonal/telephone communication and organizational skills required.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Day Shift
• Variable Hours/Days

Essential Functions:

• The Behavioral Health Intake Specialist is responsible for all associated data inquiry, data entry and record-keeping.
• All methods of practice shall conform to written hospital policies and procedures and be carried out to the highest achievable level of competence in a manner demonstrating concern and consideration.
• The Behavioral Health Intake Specialist will demonstrate the RWJBarnabas philosophy to Total Quality Management by actively applying that philosophy in all dealings with both internal and external customers.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer