The Access Screener assists in facilitating a smooth transition into System services for those who meet entrance criteria or to help ensure a positive experience for those referred to other providers.
Essential Job Functions:
Obtain appropriate information to determine if System has the appropriate services for client/patient.
Gather information regarding service needs, demographic, insurance and/or payer information.
Provide information to external resources based on client need/location.
Represent the System and System’s values in a positive manner; being friendly, welcoming, and exhibiting a positive attitude at all times.
Collaborate with community partners and internal service lines to link client/patient with appropriate services and support; communicate with internal lines and community partners via phone and email.
Complete the System’s required documentation and data entry in a clear, accurate and timely fashion.
Complete data entry in a clear, accurate and timely fashion in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and other tracking tools.
Ensure established timelines are met by monitoring/following up with referrals and/or staff.
Meet established metrics assigned to position:
Return of all calls received by 4:00 p.m. of the business day (goal > 95%)
Collaborative documentation (goal > 95%)
Documentation and follow up of incoming referral (goal 100%)
Other duties as assigned by Program Leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Basic computer skills (Microsoft office)
Strong organizational skills
Compassionate as well as assertive
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Customer Service oriented
Experience and Education Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Services or related field.
Supervisory Requirements:
None
Employment Requirements:
Successful completion of background check including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect and fingerprint check.
Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.
All training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.
Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record and current auto insurance.
Physical Requirements:
ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (exists up the 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (exists 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human bodyRepetitive movements of hands, fingers, and arms for typing and/or writing during work shift.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of timeJobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Position Perks & Benefits:
Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life
Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more
Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within
Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness
Brightli is on a Mission:
A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.
As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Adult & Child Health is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.

Brightli is the one of the largest behavioral health and addiction treatment providers in the U.S. We operate as the parent company of Burrell Behavioral Health, Preferred Family Healthcare, Brightli Foundation, Firefly Supported Living & Employment Services, Southeast Missouri Behavioral Health, Adult & Child Health, Comprehensive Mental Health Serivces, and Places for People (effective 7/1/24). Bringing these organizations together under one parent company is a groundbreaking solution to the healthcare needs of the communities we serve. Working under the parent company model allows us to share resources, increase access to care, and, ultimately, save more lives.