Admissions Specialist

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health • Kennesaw, GA

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About The Position

The Admissions Specialist is responsible for managing the intake and admissions process for clients, ensuring a smooth flow of documentation and communication between families, agencies, and internal departments. This role involves assessing clients, coordinating with insurance providers, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards. The specialist serves as a key liaison to ensure timely and accurate admissions while upholding Devereux’s mission and ethical standards.

Requirements

• EDUCATION: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, or a related field.
• EXPERIENCE: Minimum of two years experience in admissions in the clinical, DFCS, or social work field.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MyAvatar or similar systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and assess client admissions using therapeutic communication.
• Coordinate with families, agencies, and internal teams to ensure smooth intake.
• Conduct utilization reviews and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory standards and admission protocols.
• Provide financial and insurance information to clients/guardians.
• Support clinical teams and make appropriate referrals as needed.
• Maintain organized records and uphold confidentiality and professionalism.
• Must complete a 2 week training in Kennesaw, GA

Benefits

• In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners.
• Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment.
• In addition, we offer; Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees