Intake Director

UHS•Scottsdale, AZ

67d

About The Position

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is a brand-new behavioral health provider serving Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix region. We opened in February 2022 and now offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services. Our modern 120-bed facility offers offer specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults, and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and co-occurring addictions. The Director of Intake is accountable for directing the Intake Department activities at the facility. As a clinician, this position provides direction to a staff of the Intake Department including nurses, therapists and coordinators in the provision of psychiatric assessment services, including medical/clinical evaluations, crisis intervention, and referrals. This position interfaces closely with both internal hospital staff, facility physicians, as well as referring hospitals, patients, families, and community referral sources. Monitors and assures timely completion Intake Department reports and auditing tools as directed by facility/company.

Requirements

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, psychology, mental health, or related field required. Will also consider candidates that possess a graduation from an accredited program of professional nursing.
A minimum of five (5) years direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting desirable.
Working knowledge of the Addiction & Recovery field and experience in clinical interviewing, patient assessment, family motivation, treatment planning, communicating with external review organizations or comparable entities, and working effectively with people of diverse backgrounds.
Must have strong management skills with ability to effectively communicate with staff, ensuring proper employee performance management.

Nice To Haves

Leadership experience in similar role is preferred.
R.N., L.C.S.W., L.M.S.W., LPC or applicable license.

Responsibilities

Directing the Intake Department activities at the facility.
Providing direction to a staff of the Intake Department including nurses, therapists and coordinators in the provision of psychiatric assessment services, including medical/clinical evaluations, crisis intervention, and referrals.
Interfacing closely with both internal hospital staff, facility physicians, as well as referring hospitals, patients, families, and community referral sources.
Monitors and assures timely completion Intake Department reports and auditing tools as directed by facility/company.