LCSW Intake Coordinator

About the position

The LCSW Intake Coordinator Manager at Nuvance Health is responsible for overseeing the Behavioral and Mental Healthcare department's patient evaluation and assessment services. This full-time position requires a seasoned Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to manage clinical staff and coordinate central intake functions, including inquiry calls, emergency room assessments, and medical unit consults. The role operates on a Monday-Friday schedule with some remote work options.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the department's patient evaluation and assessment service.
• Manage clinical staff within the Behavioral and Mental Healthcare department.
• Coordinate all central intake functions, including inquiry calls and emergency room assessments.
• Conduct medical unit consults as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention and discharge planning support.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited institution.
• Current CT Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in social work, particularly in crisis intervention and discharge planning.
• Experience in group work and central intake processes.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with DSM-IV and related clinical assessments.
• Familiarity with teaching hospital environments.

Benefits

• Loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Competitive compensation package including base salary.