Admissions Clinician - Behavioral Health & Crisis Care

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Memphis, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Prescription Drug Plan

401k plan with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Compass Intervention Center is seeking an Admissions Assessor to act as a liaison between referral sources, patients and families, coordinating intake, assessment and admission activities. The role ensures appropriate levels of care and accurate documentation while maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires a Master's degree in Social Work or related field and prior intake/crisis intervention experience in psychiatric mental health,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field required.
• Prior intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention in psychiatric mental health.
• Knowledge of levels and focus of care for psychiatric, emotional or behavioral problems.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, risk assessment, psychiatric diagnoses and age-specific growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate referrals between crisis agencies, hospitals and referral sources.
• Oversee the assessment, referral and admission activities of the department.
• Coordinate the referral and intake process and determine appropriate level of care.
• Maintain communication with referral sources, families, clients and unit staff.
• Document calls and admissions paperwork accurately.

Skills

Intake experience

Crisis intervention

Psychiatric knowledge

Inpatient experience

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Registered Nurse

Job description

Compass Intervention Center is seeking an Admissions Assessor to act as a liaison between referral sources, patients and families, coordinating intake, assessment and admission activities. The role ensures appropriate levels of care and accurate documentation while maintaining clear communication with all stakeholders in a fast-paced setting.

The position requires a Master's degree in Social Work or related field and prior intake/crisis intervention experience in psychiatric mental health,