Evening Intake Counselor: Admissions and Crisis Response

Universal Health Services; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Diverse programming

Health benefits

401K with company match

Pet Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Three Rivers Behavioral Health in West Columbia, SC, seeks an intake admissions specialist to be the first contact for referrals and potential patients. You will assess clients, document findings, and coordinate admissions or referrals to best address needs, including triage and precertification.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work calmly in crisis situations. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 3pm–11:30pm, with opportunities for growth within Universal

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Psychology, Counseling or Social Work or RN-based track with SC license.
• Experience in intake, assessment, admission and crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of EMTALA, HIPAA, and third-party payer processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first point of contact for referrals and patients to schedule assessments/admissions.
• Assess clients using the required tool and document findings for admissions/referrals.
• Triage, handle precertifications, data entry, and clinical documentation.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Detail orientation

Computer skills

Crisis intervention

Education

Masters in Psychology / Counseling / Social Work

RN License (SC)

Job description

Three Rivers Behavioral Health in West Columbia, SC, seeks an intake admissions specialist to be the first contact for referrals and potential patients. You will assess clients, document findings, and coordinate admissions or referrals to best address needs, including triage and precertification.

The role requires strong communication, confidentiality, and the ability to work calmly in crisis situations. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 3pm–11:30pm, with opportunities for growth within Universal