Admissions Clinician (PRN)

UHS • Oklahoma City, OK

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Admissions Clinician 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.

Requirements

• Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population required preferably in an inpatient setting
• Registered Nurse or Masters Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work field required
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Successfully complete a drug test
• Successfully pass national background check
• Strong Computer skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Strong Leadership skills
• Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior
• The ideal candidate is dependable, empathetic, compassionate and must be reliable

Nice To Haves

• BSN or licensure/license eligible for LCSW, LPC, or LMFT preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention.
• Serves as initial contact with referral sources and potential patients.
• Coordinates the referral and intake process.
• Determines appropriate level of care.
• Facilitates the admission process.
• Maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level