Behavioral Health Admissions Counselor | Intake & Access

Social Model Recovery Systems; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Social Model Recovery Systems in Los Angeles, CA, seeks staff to manage admissions, intake, and orientation for new residents. Responsibilities include screening, assessment, counseling (individual, group, family), and thorough documentation within regulatory standards.

The role may require adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality norms, maintaining relationships with families and community partners, and participating in required trainings to ensure a safe, addiction-free environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write English fluently.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups, residents/participants, and family members.
• Ability to legibly write and document within the Agency’s electronic health record systems.

Responsibilities

• Admissions, intake, and orientation of new residents into the program.
• Screening, intake, assessment, orientation, counseling (individual, group, family) as assigned.
• Documentation of services per regulatory standards.
• Maintain relationships with families, community and professionals.
• Attend meetings and trainings as required.
• Assist in ensuring a safe, alcohol/drug-free environment.

Skills

HIPAA compliance

Effective communication

Documentation

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Enrollment in counselor education program

Master’s degree in behavioral health (preferred)

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Telehealth technology

Job description

Social Model Recovery Systems in Los Angeles, CA, seeks staff to manage admissions, intake, and orientation for new residents. Responsibilities include screening, assessment, counseling (individual, group, family), and thorough documentation within regulatory standards.

The role may require adherence to HIPAA and confidentiality norms, maintaining relationships with families and community partners, and participating in required trainings to ensure a safe, addiction-free environment.