Crisis Intake Counselor: Emergency Services (PRN)

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services is seeking an Emergency Services Intake Counselor in Chicago, IL. You will perform crisis risk assessments, clinical triage, and manage rapid admissions while ensuring confidentiality and legal compliance.

The role requires a Masters in a clinical field, with BLS/CPI certifications upon orientation and potential licensure eligibility. PRN/Flex scheduling on weekends with varied shifts is typical.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in a clinical field is required.
• Experience in psychiatric settings is preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk evaluations (suicide, psychosis, substance use) and gather histories.
• Coordinate intake paperwork, pre-certifications, and physician collaboration.
• Manage bed availability, patient deflections, and MDT updates.
• Maintain records and confidentiality per laws and policies.

Skills

Crisis risk assessment

Clinical triage

Admissions coordination

Regulatory compliance

Multitasking

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related clinical field

Job description

Universal Health Services is seeking an Emergency Services Intake Counselor in Chicago, IL. You will perform crisis risk assessments, clinical triage, and manage rapid admissions while ensuring confidentiality and legal compliance.

The role requires a Masters in a clinical field, with BLS/CPI certifications upon orientation and potential licensure eligibility. PRN/Flex scheduling on weekends with varied shifts is typical.