SPOA Coordinator

Job description

Description Summary/Objective: The SPOA Coordinator acts as a “gateway” for adult and child mental health services for clients residing in Jefferson County who suffer from severe and persistent mental illness in Jefferson County. Essential Functions: To ensure all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard. Any other duties which may be required from time to time. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Operate the Jefferson County Single Point of Access (SPOA) process for children and adults with high service needs. - Chair the SPOA Committee when presenting difficult, hard to serve youth and adults. - Makes initial determination regarding eligibility for higher level of care for youth and adults. - Provide mental health systems management for children and adults in Jefferson County. - Provides feedback regarding the strategic direction of the mental health services for children and adults in Jefferson County. Referral and Intake: - Receive and process all referrals for services. - Conduct intake interviews and assessments with children, families, or adult individuals referred for services. - Draft presentation summaries for SPOA meetings. - Ensure all referral packets are complete and p...