Crisis & Assessment Intake Counselor (PRN)

Universal Health Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

23 days Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Peachford Hospital in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Intake/Assessment Counselor PRN to evaluate callers and patients with mental health or addictive disease treatment needs. You will determine the appropriate level of care, which may include hospital admission or referral to community resources, and guide patients through the admissions process.

Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, conducting assessments, coordinating with physicians, and collaborating with departments to address

Qualifications

• At least one year of intake/assessment experience, preferably in a crisis intervention environment.
• Master’s degree in a counseling or related field and license-eligible is required.

Responsibilities

• Responding to telephone and face‑to‑face inquiries seeking mental health.
• Conducting clinical assessments and determining appropriate treatment options.
• Ensuring patients and families understand the admissions and treatment process.
• Discussing clinical issues with physicians to determine next steps.
• Collaborating with other departments to address the needs of patients.

Skills

Intake/assessment experience

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or related field

Job description

Peachford Hospital in Atlanta, GA is seeking an Intake/Assessment Counselor PRN to evaluate callers and patients with mental health or addictive disease treatment needs. You will determine the appropriate level of care, which may include hospital admission or referral to community resources, and guide patients through the admissions process.

Responsibilities include responding to inquiries, conducting assessments, coordinating with physicians, and collaborating with departments to address