Intake Assessor-Evenings
Responsibilities
The Needs Assessment and Referral Counselor provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, determines appropriate level of care, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.
About the Role
Universal Health Services (UHS) is a challenging and rewarding work environment. Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries are provided. Competitive Compensation, excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans for full-time and part-time positions, and a 401(k) plan with company match are offered. Generous Paid Time Off is also provided.
Qualifications
- Education/Licensure: Licensed Physicians, APRN’s, Licensed Psychologist, Licensed Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors, Registered Nurses, Masters in Social Work, Masters in Counseling, Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, or Masters of Psychology required.
- Experience: Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
- Licensure/Certification: N/A
- Knowledge: Prefer knowledge of crisis intervention and risk assessment, psychiatric diagnoses symptomology, basic chemical dependency, age specific growth and development and crisis and behavior management.
- Supervision Received: NARC Director, Assistant NARC Director, NARC Shift Coordinator
- Supervision Exercised: N/A