Intake Counselor: Full-Time

About the role

Aurora Behavioral Health System (ABHS) is a free-standing psychiatric inpatient hospital with an outpatient program, licensed to treat adolescents and adults for a wide range of psychiatric conditions and chemical dependency. We are seeking a Full-Time Intake Counselor.

Responsibilities

• Handle all referrals for services, schedule assessments, and/or refer patients to appropriate community resources
• Complete level of care assessments for clients seeking inpatient and outpatient mental health and detox services
• Admit new patients to the hospital
• Complete pre-certification with insurance companies to authorize patients' hospitalization
• Work with nursing, medical, and other disciplines to coordinate care for patients

Requirements

• A master's degree in social work, counseling, or a closely related field is required
• Licensed in the state of Arizona and in good standing (LAC, LPC, LASAC, LISAC, LMSW, LCSW, LAMFT or LMFT)
• Strong working knowledge of DSM-5 criteria, community resources, assessment, and crisis intervention
• Experience in a behavioral healthcare hospital setting is a plus
• Must be 21 years old
• Able to pass a background check, drug screen, and meet qualifications for an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Rotating schedule requiring every other Saturday
• Week 1: Tues 8a–6p, Wed 8a–6p, Fri 8a–8p, Sat 6a–4p
• Week 2: Tues 8a–6p, Wed 8a–6p, Thurs 8a–6p, Fri 8a–6p

Work Location: In person