Supervisor of Intake and Assessment

UHS • Lexington, KY

54d • Onsite

About The Position

Supervisor of Intake and Assessment Mental Illness is more prevalent than ever after all we have endured in 2020. As the only free-standing psychiatric hospital in the Central Kentucky area, we are here to help. Please join our team as we expand our services to meet the needs of our community. The Supervisor of Intake and Admissions reports to, and provides assistance to, the Director of Intake and Admissions in directing the Admissions Department activities at the facility. As a clinician, this position provides assistance in directing a staff of specialists in the provision of psychiatric assessment services, including clinical evaluations, crisis intervention, and referrals. This position interfaces closely with the medical staff, fellow department heads and administration, treatment team/external case managers/managed care organizations, functions as a liaison with other hospital intake departments. In addition, the Supervisor of Intake and Admissions is responsible for assisting in the management, planning and improvement of processes related to the overall hospital’s strategic goals. The Ridge Behavioral Health System is a 110-bed hospital located in the heart of the Bluegrass, Lexington, KY. The Ridge provides psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. The Ridge offers Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Programs, Individual Counseling, as well as Medication Management for all ages. We have provided behavioral health services to over 92 Kentucky counties for more than 39 years. What We Offer You: Challenging and rewarding work environment with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Tuition Reimbursement Program, Retention Bonus Program, and Referral Bonus Program Close to Hamburg & I-75 Free parking on premises Free meal with each shift Attributes of a successful employee: An understanding of mental illness and its effects on an individual Ability to interact with individuals of all cognitive levels and various histories of trauma Being able to maintain healthy boundaries – we are here to help, not to befriend Patience and understanding Ability to verbally de-escalate agitated patients Supportive of teamwork – it takes a village A strong understanding of the importance of following rules and policies

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Human Services field or a Registered Nurse preferred
• Bachelor's Degree required.
• A minimum of 1 year direct clinical experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting required, 1-3 years preferred.
• 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.
• A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience, preferably in the Intake and Admissions department.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of fundamentals of hospital organization and administration, standards, and regulations of hospital, and laws applicable to mental health treatment.
• Prefer knowledge of hospital admissions functions, crisis intervention and risk assessment, psychiatric diagnoses symptomology, basic chemical dependency, age specific growth and development and crisis and behavior management.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of managed care, third party payers, and reimbursement within the area of psychiatric care.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and skills in writing.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Directing the Admissions Department activities at the facility
• Directing a staff of specialists in the provision of psychiatric assessment services, including clinical evaluations, crisis intervention, and referrals
• Interface closely with the medical staff, fellow department heads and administration, treatment team/external case managers/managed care organizations, functions as a liaison with other hospital intake departments
• Assisting in the management, planning and improvement of processes related to the overall hospital’s strategic goals.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement Program, Retention Bonus Program, and Referral Bonus Program
• Close to Hamburg & I-75
• Free parking on premises
• Free meal with each shift

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees