FT Intake Counselor

UHS•Denton, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care. Serving North Texas and surrounding areas, UBH Denton has provided a range of programs treating mental health illnesses and substance abuse issues since 2005. Our inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services offer supportive and compassionate care for adolescents and adults with specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment that puts patient care first while also having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. Website: www.ubhdenton.com Shift: Thursday thru Saturday, 3pm-3am Position Summary: The Intake Counselor provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients. The Intake Counselor 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 Counselor is responsible for the verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.

Requirements

Currently licensed to practice as a LPC-Intern, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or RN in the State of Texas.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in psychology, social work or related field preferred.
A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patients.
Serves as the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients.
Coordinates the referral and intake process.
Facilitates the admission process.
Maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.
Responsible for the verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.