Responsible for conducting structured, standardized interviews with CCBHC behavioral health patients at initial intake, every six months thereafter and at completion of services.  Responsible for entering interview results in the federal NOMS database.  Reports to CCBHC grant project coordinator.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 

DEGREE AND/OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED (IF APPLICABLE): High School diploma or GED required. Completion of some college credits in social sciences preferred.  Prior interviewing and data entry experience desirable.  Prior health care or social service experience preferred.  Strong social skills, willingness to learn interviewing skills and attention to details are required. 

DRIVING REQUIRED:  Yes/No

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

•   Good spelling and grammar skills.
•   Ability to write progress notes according to standards, assessments, brief mental status exams, memos, letters, various complex reports and miscellaneous other documents with acceptable spelling and grammar.
•   Computer - skilled in the use of technology with Microsoft Office and all Google applications.
•   Ability to input data into computer, make calculations, complete paperwork, produce reports.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS OR CONDITIONS (specify):

•   May be required to interact with other consumers, referral sources, outside agencies, and family members to determine needs and actions to be taken.
•  Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state.
•   Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business.  Must be insurable by Center's liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business.
•   Must complete all training requirements in month in which they are due.
•   May be required to provide on-call duties. 
•   Availability of a personal vehicle for business use may be required.
•   Work will take place within office setting, community setting and within the homes of clients, which may include shelters and temporary housing.
•   Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test
•   Must successfully pass all background screens as required by the state
•   Must be physically able to conduct home visits to include walking on uneven surfaces, climbing stairs, and standing for long periods of time if required.