Admissions Counselor - Full Time Days

Universal Health Services; Visalia (PA, CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral healthcare is seeking an Admission Counselor to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting risk assessments, crisis intervention, and managing the admission process, ensuring a smooth experience for patients and families. The clinic offers a rewarding work environment with excellent benefits, including competitive compensation, tuition reimbursement, and a sign-on bonus for select positions. If you are passionate about making a difference in mental health, this opportunity provides a platform for personal and professional growth within a respected organization.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Development Opportunities

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• Masters in Counseling, Psychology, or Human Services required.
• 2-3 years of experience in a mental health setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct telephonic and in-person risk assessments and crisis interventions.
• Coordinate the referral and intake process for potential patients.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Behavior Management

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Masters in Counseling

Psychology Degree

Human Services Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

The Horsham Clinic is seeking a dynamic and talented Admission Counselor.

The Horsham Clinic is a 206-bed private behavioral healthcare facility located on a beautiful 55-acre suburban campus. We are minutes from Philadelphia and serve Southeastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The clinic provides comprehensive behavioral health services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families. Programs and services are located on the main campus in Ambler, Pennsylvania, as well as satellite day hospital programs in Pennsylvania, Delaware County, and Chester County. We offer competitive rates, excellent benefits (after 30 days), 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and PTO. If you are interested in becoming part of a well-respected industry leader, we invite you to send your resume.

Visit us online at https://horshamclinic.com/

Role Description

The Admission Counselor provides telephonic and in-person risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, determines appropriate level of care, facilitates the admission process, and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients, and unit staff. The ARC Counselor manages phone inquiries and ensures the completion of the admission process by effectively communicating cases to the Shift Coordinator.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Sign-on Bonus Available for select positions
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program and Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement

About UHS

Universal Health Services, Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. With annual revenues of $11.6 billion in 2020, UHS was recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune in 2021, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500 in 2020, and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.' Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs 89,000 people and operates hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient centers, and other health services across the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the UK.

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Qualifications

• Masters in Counseling, Psychology, or Human Services required; RN License preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in a mental health setting
• Experience working with psychiatric patients, including those exhibiting violent or aggressive behavior
• Willingness to work with children and adolescents
• Knowledge of group therapy processes and therapeutic techniques
• Understanding of age-specific growth and development
• Knowledge of addiction issues
• Skills in limit setting, behavior management, and crisis intervention
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Leadership abilities to plan, direct, and monitor team activities, fostering a positive work environment