Intake & Assessment Clinician (PRN)
About The Position
We seek a dedicated, detail-oriented Intake & Assessment Clinician to join our LBH team! The Intake & Assessment Clinician manages referrals and service requests, assesses individuals of all ages, and collaborates with physicians for appropriate care decisions. They assist with discharge planning under the Director of Admissions and Referrals and are the primary community contact, providing essential resources and support. Additionally, they support the case management program. Discover a fulfilling career at Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH)! We are a 161-bed acute care facility located in Waukegan, IL, and has been providing mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotional and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease mental illness symptoms and are committed to helping people live healthier lives. Our compassionate and experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses, and support staff are here to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing. Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Lake Behavioral Hospital.
Requirements
- Education & Licensure: A Master’s Degree in a human relations field is required. Licensed to practice in Illinois as a mental health professional (Social Worker, Counselor, or RN with MHP).
- Experience: (2) or more years of experience in intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting.
- Additional Skill Requirements: A working knowledge of the latest DSM and Mental Status Exam and working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field.
Responsibilities
- Document and process inquiry calls according to Intake policies.
- Conduct patient triage for appropriate placement internally or referral to community resources.
- Assess and stabilize patients before discharge or coordinate hospital admission arrangements.
- Notify and assist the on-call doctor with patient interviews.
- Obtain administrative approval for all admissions.
- Complete admission paperwork following hospital policy.
- Maintain an intake log with all necessary information documented.
- Make follow-up calls to patients who fail to show up for appointments.
- Demonstrate guest relations by example and counsel employees in need of training.
- MUST Work 36 hours per week (12-hour shifts)
Benefits
- Shift Differential
- Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
