Counselor Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, counselor certification, or nursing license required
• Six plus years’ experience healthcare related admissions with Bachelors.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• May require LCSW, LMHC by the state for this position or CAC/CADC, where required.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Human Services Field preferred with three plus years’ experience healthcare related admissions, CAC or CADC with a minimum of three years in the substance abuse treatment field.
• Two- three years of work experience in Management/Supervisor of Admissions in a substance abuse treatment facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of the facility in admissions activities by driving the admissions process, developing, implementing and maintaining revenue-generating strategies.
• Provide leadership to the Admissions Department and cultivate the function of the department as an integrated team.
• Assist in Implementing the strategic plan of the business development and marketing department as it pertains to admission to the facility and direct potential clients to treatment.
• Provide leadership in addressing quality management issues related to crisis triage, evaluation, intake and admission to the facility.
• Assign/distribute scheduled evaluations, intake or admissions as dictated by request and hospital census.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality improvement programs for all crisis triage, evaluation, intake and admission services.
• Perform follow-up communication functions and generate recommendations for organization leadership.
• Develop and implement program policies and procedures that guide the provision of services.
• Assist in the hiring decisions for Admissions Department personnel, provide orientation, in- service and continuing education programs for department staff and other internal positions responsible for crisis triage and/or evaluation services.
• Serve as clinical liaison with referral sources.
• Work to improve efficiency and quality in delivering services within the department, responsible for developing and meeting departmental goals and objectives.
• Ensure and assist that department is up to date on and compliant with new laws and regulations.
• Recruit, train and supervise staff.
• Work with the Director in managing the finances of the department, prepare and monitor budgets and spending to ensure department operates within allocated funds.
• Determine and implement admissions best-practices, promote the hospital and maintain a satisfied patient base.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Health made simple: Three UMR medical plans—including a no-deductible Surest PPO with upfront copays—plus dental and vision with 100% preventive care.
• Support for your finances: HSA/FSA options, employer-paid disability, life insurance (1.5x salary), and a 401(k) through Empower to help you plan ahead.
• Care for your wellbeing: Free counseling (CuraLinc), virtual therapy (Talkspace, Teladoc), and programs for maternity, tobacco cessation, and chronic conditions.
• Added peace of mind: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage when you need extra protection.
• Help beyond the workplace: An Employee Assistance Program with free legal, financial, and identity support.
• Perks you’ll appreciate: Tuition support (EdAssist), early pay access (EarnIn), discounts (PerkSpot), and emergency assistance through the Employee Cares Fund.