Assessment and Referral Counselor - NIGHT SHIFT

UHS•Plymouth, IN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Assessment & Referral Counselor assists clients who are in psychiatric/mental health crisis by assessing the current situation and making appropriate referrals for the lowest level of care consistent with what the client's needs are. Referrals or treatment recommendations are made through the collaborative efforts of team members and in accordance with facility approved level of care criteria. Michiana Behavioral Health (a UHS facility): Michiana Behavioral Health is dedicated to creating a therapeutic environment that helps patients restore their health and get a fresh start. Located in Plymouth, Indiana, in a rejuvenating wooded setting, Michiana Behavioral Health provides each patient with comprehensive behavioral health treatment from compassionate and caring staff. Our leadership team is committed to making sure every patient in our care receives high-quality care that gets them back on track at school, work, and home. 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. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work or related field; or be a Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Indiana
Minimum of two (2) years of direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting, with direct experience in patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning, and communication with external review organizations
Good listening and communication skills
Good organizational skills
Good time management skills
Have the ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Incoming inquiry calls and walk-ins
Crisis Intervention
Follow any applicable EMTALA regulations and utilize emergency techniques as needed to stabilize emergent medical conditions
Provide clients, families/concerned persons, and referral sources an opportunity to discuss financial concerns or insurance questions
Triage as needed
Facilitate open discussion with clients, families, and referral sources about their feelings
Completes assessments and provides referrals if necessary
Conduct insurance pre-certifications for inpatient admission to the facility, properly document admissions, and distribute all assessment/admission paperwork appropriately
Interface closely with Medical Staff, Treatment Team, and Managed Care Organizations