Impactful Intake Counselor – Mental Health Access

Brentwoodbehavioral; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Brentwood Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana, is seeking an Intake Counselor to join our team of professionals dedicated to improving mental health and supporting families through compassionate care. You will assess patient needs, facilitate admissions, and maintain communication with referral sources, families, patients and staff while upholding a safe, nurturing environment.

Brentwood Hospital is a 260-bed psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility serving Louisiana, East Texas and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Human Service field (e.g. Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, etc.).
• Licensed Louisiana RN or licensure in social work or psychology preferred (LCSW, LMSW, LPC, PLPC).
• 1–2 years of experience in psychiatric health care; knowledge of DSM-V, mental status exam, and addiction recovery.

Responsibilities

• Responds to telephone and in-person inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about services.
• Conducts clinical assessments; uses appropriate forms; maintains a caring approach to clients.
• Documentation reviews; forms, notes and records completed promptly and accurately.

Education

Master’s Degree in Human Service field

RN - preferably BSN

Job description

Brentwood Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana, is seeking an Intake Counselor to join our team of professionals dedicated to improving mental health and supporting families through compassionate care. You will assess patient needs, facilitate admissions, and maintain communication with referral sources, families, patients and staff while upholding a safe, nurturing environment.

Brentwood Hospital is a 260-bed psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility serving Louisiana, East Texas and