Behavioral Health Admissions Counselor

Pyramid Healthcare; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus opportunities

And More!

Job summary

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Assessment Counselor for the Pottstown location to support admissions with level-of-care assessments, client engagement, and clinical collaboration. This role emphasizes accurate documentation, coordination with licensed clinicians, and timely placement decisions within our outpatient services.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a clinical discipline, with prior mental health experience, strong HIPAA knowledge, and excellent communication

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a recognized clinical discipline, including completion of a clinical practicum.
• Prior clinical experience in mental health treatment required.

Responsibilities

• Introduce and explain the Level of Care Assessment (LOCA) process to clients.
• Collect demographic and psychosocial history relevant to the assessment process.
• Explain and obtain signatures for Releases of Information (ROI) and other admission documentation.
• Coordinate with a Licensed Counselor for completion of the clinical portion of the assessment.
• Gather required information and complete precertifications for managed care clients, as applicable.
• Determine appropriate level of care and placement based on assessment findings.
• Collaborate with therapists, admissions, and marketing teams to support scheduling and care coordination.
• Participate in case consultations and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

HIPAA knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Crisis management

Education

Master’s degree in clinical discipline

Job description

Pyramid Healthcare is seeking a Full-Time Assessment Counselor for the Pottstown location to support admissions with level-of-care assessments, client engagement, and clinical collaboration. This role emphasizes accurate documentation, coordination with licensed clinicians, and timely placement decisions within our outpatient services.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a clinical discipline, with prior mental health experience, strong HIPAA knowledge, and excellent communication