Intake Assessor/Counselor - Full Time (Evenings & Every Other Saturday)

UHS•Arlington, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Intake Assessor is a Licensed Counselor, under the supervision of the Intake Director, provides in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients. The Intake Assessor is the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff. The Intake Assessor works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.

Requirements

Education: Registered Nurse or Master’s Degree in a human relations or other related field.
Experience: Two (2) or more years of experience in Intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting. A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a psychiatric hospital setting including customer contact.
Licensure: Licensed to practice in the State of Texas as a mental health professional. (RN, LMSW, LCSW, LPC or LPCI)
Additional Requirements: A working knowledge of the DSM-IV and the Mental Status Exam. A working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field. May be required to work flexible schedule and overtime as needed; may be required to work on-call as needed.

Responsibilities

Inquiry calls are documented and processed in accordance with Intake policies.
Patients are assessed and stabilized prior to leaving hospital or admission to hospital arranged.
On call doctor is notified and assisted with patient interview.
Administrative approval is obtained for all admissions.
Admission paperwork is completed in accordance with hospital policy.
Intake log is completed with all information documented.
Follow-up calls are made to those failing to show up for appointments.
Pre-certification is obtained in accordance with insurance requirements.
Outcome studies forms are completed.
Guest relations are demonstrated by example and employees in need of guest relations training are counseled.
Administration is notified of problems or significant events.
Safety problems are identified and corrective actions taken.
Medication is obtained after hours as ordered by the physician with proper documentation of drugs removed and accountability maintained.
Assures that Core Measures Data (HBIPS) Abstraction Tool is completed as relates to all admissions.
Other duties as assigned or director by Department Director and/or Supervisor.