INTAKE COUNSELOR

UHS•Kirkland, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Fairfax Behavioral Health is seeking Master’s Level Intake Clinicians for our Assessment team located in Kirkland, WA. Our intake team operates 24/7 handling referrals from hospitals, DCRs and providers for our Kirkland, Everett and Monroe campuses. Intake clinicians and nurses also assist callers from across the state with inquiries into our services for both mental health and substance use concerns. The Intake team functions as the entry point for all those who seek services at our facilities. The work environment is energetic, and fast-paced. We are looking for individuals with strong clinical skills and the ability to build rapport quickly with callers, whether it’s a referral source, potential patient, or a caller concerned about a loved one. The ideal candidate is able to work independently while also possessing the ability and awareness of when to step in to the help with the effort of the team as whole. Candidates must have experience being a part of a multi-disciplinary team and are able to communicate professionally with different departments within the hospital. Strong phone, clinical assessment, and interpersonal communication skills are also required. The position is full-time and weekend shifts are required.

Requirements

Masters degree in social work or mental health related field or Licensed as a Registered Nurse in WA State.
A minimum of one (1) years’ experience in social work or a mental health setting.
Active WA State License LICSW, LMHC, LMFT(Associate’s licenses also accepted) or Registered Nurse.
Must be able to complete CPR, 1st Aid, Handle with Care, and Verbal De-escalation trainings upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with WA state mental health system is preferred.

Responsibilities

Handle referrals from hospitals, DCRs and providers for our Kirkland, Everett and Monroe campuses.
Assist callers from across the state with inquiries into our services for both mental health and substance use concerns.
Function as the entry point for all those who seek services at our facilities.
Build rapport quickly with callers, whether it’s a referral source, potential patient, or a caller concerned about a loved one.
Work independently while also possessing the ability and awareness of when to step in to help with the effort of the team as a whole.
Be a part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Communicate professionally with different departments within the hospital.