Behavioral Health Specialist Licensed Intake

Ascension; Mount Pleasant (WI); Sur place; USD 45 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Résumé du poste

Ascension is seeking a role focused on admissions and intake for behavioral health services in Wisconsin. The position involves facilitating admissions, handling inquiries about mental health care, and ensuring proper registration and documentation for patients and outpatients.

Candidates must hold one of several Wisconsin licensure credentials in counseling or social work. Additional duties include review of paperwork and possible crisis hotline staffing, with a robust benefits package and

Qualifications

• Must hold one of the Wisconsin licensure credentials prior to hire.
• Credentials must be obtained from the Wisconsin Board of Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Counseling & Social Work.

Responsabilités

• Provides admissions and intake services to patients and potential patients.
• Responds to telephone inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.
• Admits patients to the hospital and registers outpatients with appropriate physician orders or transfers to another facility.
• Documents calls and related admission information.
• Reviews all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence with hospital and regulatory policies.
• May staff a crisis hotline.

Formation

Licensed Clinical Counselor credentialed from Wisconsin board

Counselor credentialed from Wisconsin board

Social Worker (Clinical Practice) credentialed

Social Worker credentialed from Wisconsin board

Description du poste

Your future role at a glance

Conducts interviews and behavioral health assessments for potential admissions.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provides admissions and intake services to patients and potential patients.
• Responds to telephone inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.
• Admits patients to the hospital and registers outpatients with appropriate physician orders or transfers to another facility.
• Documents calls and related admission information.
• Reviews all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence with hospital and regulatory policies.
• May staff a crisis hotline.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • One or more of the following:
    • Licensed Clinical Counselor credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Counseling & Social Work obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Counselor credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Counseling & Social Work obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Counseling & Social Work obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Social Worker credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Counseling & Social Work obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

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.

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: 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.

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