Intake Counselor PRN WEEKEND NIGHTS
About The Position
Three Rivers Behavioral Health is a 129-bed treatment facility that specializes in quality behavioral health and substance abuse services for adolescents and adults. We offer a full continuum of care through an integrated system of inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. Conveniently located between I-20 (Exit 61) and I-26 (Exit 110) in West Columbia, SC, our team of 300+ high quality employees describe working here as " family atmosphere," "supportive leadership," and "life-changing." Progressive professionals in the fields of psychiatry, medicine, nursing, social services, and activity therapy serve hundreds of adults and adolescents each month with the common goal of creating new beginnings. Healthcare professionals have a unique opportunity to affect lives for the better each and every day. Choose Three Rivers and start your life-changing journey today. JOB SUMMARY: Serves as the first point of contact for referral sources and potential patients to schedule assessments and/or admissions. Thoroughly assesses and completes the assessment tool for all clients as required by Three Rivers Behavioral Health. Assist clients in being admitted or referred out to the service or resource to best address their needs. Documenting findings, recommendations and outcome. Triage, insurance precertification, computer entry and data analysis & clinical documentation. The position is Weekend: 11pm - 7:30am.
Requirements
- Masters degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work OR ADN/BSN and current SC RN License.
- Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.
- Understanding of EMTALA guidelines, HIPAA regulations, and third-party payer knowledge preferred.
- Ability to handle interruptions often and be able to move from one task to another; must be flexible and not easily frustrated in dealing with differences of opinion.
- Strong verbal & written communication skills; Detail oriented & strong computer skills
- Must be able to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations, such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive manner
- Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions, such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic
- Ability to work in a fast paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Prefer knowledge of hospital admission functions, psychological assessment and risk assessment, psychiatric diagnoses symptomology, basic chemical dependency, age specific growth and development and crisis and behavior management.
Responsibilities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Ability to effectively and appropriately communicate with coworkers, referral sources, transportation personnel, patients, and their families
- Must be able to respond immediately to crisis situations concerning patients and/or family members; must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions, such as noise, conversation, and foot traffic.
Benefits
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
- Diverse programming to expand your experience
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Pet Insurance
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Program
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
