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Intake Counselor

Intake Counselor

Three Rivers Behavioral Health • West Columbia, SC, US
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Three Rivers Behavioral Health is a 136-bed treatment facility that specializes in quality behavioral health and substance abuse services for adolescents and adults. We offer a full continuum of care through an integrated system of inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs.

Job Summary

Serves as the first point of contact for referral sources and potential patients to schedule assessments and / or admissions. Thoroughly assesses and completes the assessment tool for all clients as required by Three Rivers Behavioral Health. Assist clients in being admitted or referred out to the service or resource to best address their needs. Documenting findings, recommendations and outcome. Triage, insurance precertification, computer entry and data analysis & clinical documentation.

The position is Monday - Friday, 3pm - 11pm.

Key Responsibilities

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
  • Ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with coworkers, referral sources, transportation personnel, patients, and their families
  • Must be able to respond immediately to crisis situations concerning patients and / or family members; must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions, such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic.

Benefits

  • Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
  • Diverse programming to expand your experience
  • Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Pet Insurance
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Referral Program

    • About Universal Health Services

    One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance.

    Qualifications

    Job Requirements : Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work OR ADN / BSN and current SC RN License. Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.

  • Prefer knowledge of hospital admission functions, psychological assessment and risk assessment, psychiatric diagnoses symptomology, basic chemical dependency, age specific growth and development and crisis and behavior management.
  • Understanding of EMTALA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and third-party payer knowledge preferred.
  • Ability to handle interruptions often and be able to move from one task to another; must be flexible and not easily frustrated in dealing with differences of opinion.
  • Strong verbal & written communication skills; Detail oriented & strong computer skills
  • Must be able to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations, such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive manner
  • Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions, such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment

    • EEO Statement

    All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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    Intake Counselor • West Columbia, SC, US