Behavioral Health Admissions Specialist

Perimeter Healthcare; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Professional development opportunities

Retirement savings plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is seeking an Admissions (A&R) Clinician to guide patients and families through the admission process, ensuring access to appropriate levels of care.

The role combines clinical assessment with exceptional customer service within a fast-paced behavioral health setting. The position requires a master’s-level license or an RN license, BLS, and HWC certification, with a focus on coordination across treatment teams and payer processes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with active clinical licensure or RN license in Texas
• Current BLS certification
• De-escalation Training: Handle with Care (HWC)
• Knowledge of behavioral health and treatment modalities
• Understanding of legal, ethical, and regulatory standards in patient care
• Proficiency in Windows applications and electronic documentation systems
• Strong understanding of insurance plans and managed care

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments to determine levels of care
• Evaluate psychosocial, emotional, and behavioral health needs across ages
• Apply knowledge of developmental stages and populations to clinical decisions
• Provide culturally sensitive care considering social and personal background
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
• Serve as liaison between patients, families, referral sources, and treatment teams
• Verify insurance coverage and coordinate authorizations
• Collaborate with clinicians, nursing staff, and business office to facilitate admissions
• Maintain communication with referral sources and provide timely follow-up
• Document assessments, referrals, and related interactions
• Respond to high-volume calls, referrals, and walk-ins
• Coordinate intake appointments and admission activities
• Track and analyze referral and admissions data
• Resolve challenges with professionalism
• Demonstrate initiative and sound judgment

Skills

Clinical assessment

Care coordination

Documentation

Insurance knowledge

Cultural sensitivity

De-escalation

Education

Master's degree with active licensure

RN license in Texas or compact state

BLS certification

Handle with Care (HWC) certification

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is seeking an Admissions (A&R) Clinician to guide patients and families through the admission process, ensuring access to appropriate levels of care.

The role combines clinical assessment with exceptional customer service within a fast-paced behavioral health setting. The position requires a master’s-level license or an RN license, BLS, and HWC certification, with a focus on coordination across treatment teams and payer processes.