Intake Clinical Social Worker LMSW, LLMSW Full Time Nights

UHS • Byron Center, MI

103d

About The Position

The Intake Clinician, under the supervision of the Intake Director, provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients. The Intake Clinician 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 Clinician 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

• Masters Degree required.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
• Active MA Level License in the state of Michigan: LMSW, LLMSW, LLPC, LPC, LLP, TLLP.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic and in-person risk assessment.
• Assist the physician in identifying appropriate level of care for potential patients.
• Serve as the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients.
• Coordinate the referral and intake process.
• Facilitate the admission process.
• Maintain communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff.
• Work with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification.
• Handle prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.
• Collaborate with the UR Department for certification of admitted patients.

Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
• Disability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more!
• Career ladder focus with opportunities to cross train, build skills and grow in leadership
• Tuition reimbursement assistance program
• Tuition savings through a partnership with Chamberlain University
• In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (20 CEUs)
• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees