Behavioral Health Intake Specialist

Ascension; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension in Chicago, IL is seeking staff for the Adult Inpatient Unit on the night shift. The role involves answering telephone inquiries about mental health services, admitting patients, registering outpatients, and documenting related admission information.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent with experience, or an associate/technical degree or related experience. Bachelor's in Social Service and BH intake experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience or an Associate's/Technical degree or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Required Credential(s): None Required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Social Service required.
• BH intake experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to telephone inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.
• Admit patients to the hospital and register outpatients with appropriate physician orders or transfers to another facility.
• Document calls and related admission information.
• Review all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence with hospital and regulatory policies.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience

Bachelor's Degree in Social Service

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Chicago, IL

Facility: Ascension Saint Joseph

Department: Adult Inpatient Unit

Schedule: Night shift | Full-time

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Respond to telephone inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.
• Admit patients to the hospital and register outpatients with appropriate physician orders or transfers to another facility.
• Document calls and related admission information.
• Review all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence with hospital and regulatory policies.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): None Required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Service required
• BH intake experience preferred

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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