PRN INTAKE COUNSELOR (DEGREED)

UHS • Temple, TX

130d

About The Position

Canyon Creek Behavioral Health will open in Fall 2020, serving the behavioral health needs of adolescents and adults in Temple, Texas and all surrounding areas of Central Texas. Our behavioral health center will provide treatment options for individuals struggling with psychiatric health, chemical dependency and mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Canyon Creek will be a 102-bed facility providing inpatient and outpatient treatment, as well as Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT). Inpatient treatment is a form of acute hospitalization for individuals facing a psychiatric crisis. Outpatient care is provided in a less restrictive treatment environment. Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) can be an effective treatment method for patients with severe, treatment-resistant depression.

Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work or a clinical related mental health field.
• Minimum of two (2)-(3) years in the area of substance abuse/psychiatric treatment programs.
• Preferred experience in intake/admissions and managed care.
• Must be state certified in social work or clinical related mental health field.
• LPC, LMSW, or LCSW, LFMT license required.
• CPR certification, Handle with Care and Verbal De-Escalation training within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in intake/admissions and managed care.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess potential patients and inquiry callers.
• Work with the Business Office regarding patient financial data.
• Collaborate with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.
• Initiate the referral process when indicated.
• Communicate with referral sources.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees