Admissions Coordinator

UHS•Oklahoma City, OK

37d•Onsite

About The Position

The Admissions Coordinator assists Admissions Clinicians with telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordination of the referral and intake process, determining appropriate level of care, facilitating the admission process and maintaining communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff. Provides reception coverage as needed. Promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Cedar Ridge. Performs duties in accordance with the facility’s mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards. Shift: Fri, Sat & Sun 7am-7:30pm 36hr/wk Must be at least 21 years of age High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Successfully complete a drug test Successfully pass a national background check BENEFITS INCLUDE: Shift Differential for applicable shifts Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Basic Life Insurance and Optional supplemental life insurance Referral Bonus Options Career development opportunities across UHS and out 300+ locations! Challenging and rewarding work environment More Information is available on our benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital (a UHS facility) & Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital at Bethany (a UHS facility): Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital provides inpatient and residential treatment services for ages 5-17. Our treatment programs provide a structured and supportive treatment environment that promotes self-acceptance and helps stabilize patients suffering from acute psychiatric illness. Our multidisciplinary treatment teams consist of psychiatrists, licensed therapists and highly specialized nurses who collaborate to develop and implement effective and compassionate treatment plans for our patients. Cedar Ridge is a behavioral health facility that encompasses a 116-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center on a beautifully wooded campus with a stocked pond, school, outdoor courtyard and playground. Cedar Ridge Behavioral Hospital at Bethany is a 56-bed psychiatric hospital offering adult behavioral health programs and treatment services. Our team of dedicated professionals provides crisis stabilization and medication management to patients who have disorders such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders, paranoia and schizophrenia. We provide a secure haven for patients who are having suicidal or homicidal thoughts. We can help patients regain their sense of self-worth. Our adult inpatient mental health treatment is for individuals over the age of 18 with severe mental illness that is impacting their ability to function. Website: www.cedarridgebhs.com

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Successfully complete a drug test
Successfully pass a national background check
Physical agility to manage patients
Ability to push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds.
Strong Computer skills
Excellent Communication skills
Strong Leadership skills
Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior

Nice To Haves

Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with an in-patient psychiatric mental health population preferred
Bachelors Degree in Counseling, Psychology, Social Work or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Assists Admissions Clinicians with telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention
Initial contact with referral sources and potential patients
Coordination of the referral and intake process
Determining appropriate level of care
Facilitating the admission process and maintaining communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff
Provides reception coverage as needed
Promotes patient care consistent with the philosophy and objectives of Cedar Ridge
Performs duties in accordance with the facility’s mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.