Intake Counselor (Fully Licensed)

UHS•Auburn Hills, MI

11d

About The Position

INTAKE CLINICIAN - RN/MSW (Fully Licensed): Per Diem HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility) Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents and adults. It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives. Havenwyck Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Intake Clinician to join our team of compassionate, dedicated professionals. POSITION SUMMARY: The (fully licensed) Intake Clinician obtains initial clinical phone information which is communicated to the physician on call to make a final decision regarding admission. The Clinician may also schedule a clinical evaluation if appropriate for the client and contacts the physician who will make decision for the appropriate level of care: inpatient, day treatment or outpatient care. Facilitates the process by assisting the client, family and referral sources. Provides information to clients, families and referral sources regarding treatment programs, insurance and admission procedures. What do our current employees value at Havenwyck Hospital and UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. About Universal Health Services (UHS) One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Requirements

Minimum of associates in nursing, bachelor of nursing, preferred, or masters of social work degrees.
At least (1) one – (3) three years of experience providing mental health services, preferably in a psychiatric hospital.
Current License in the State of Michigan as a Fully Licensed Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) or Registered Nurse (RN) required.
Employee must be in good standing (employment/corrective action history, performance evaluation, etc.) to be considered for internal transfer.

Responsibilities

Obtains initial intake information.
Provides clinical assessment and feedback during intake.
Provides information to patients and referral sources regarding treatment programs, insurances information and admission procedures.
Communicates with physicians, program directors, charge nurses, etc. regarding anticipated admission.
Provides follow-up to referral sources and patients awaiting admission.
Performs phone and if qualified by medical staff by law, faces to face screening evaluations to determine appropriateness of admission to the hospital.
Provides consultation to nurses regarding intake information and screenings.
Provides referral assistance for patients assessed as inappropriate for admission.
Maintains accurate census board.
Coordinates admitting services so as to attain payor-mix and census objectives.
Collects records and analyzes admitting statistics and reports these to required offices.
Facilitates increased community relations with referral sources, patients, and families.
Participates in marketing projects as necessary.
May be required to work on call.
Attends hospital mandatory training/inservies as required in a timely manner.
Adheres to all hospital policies.