Impactful Overnight Intake Nurse Counselor

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care. Serving North Texas and surrounding areas, UBH Denton has provided a range of programs treating mental health illnesses and substance abuse issues since 2005.

Our inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services offer supportive and compassionate care for adolescents and adults with specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in psychology, social work or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.
• Currently licensed to practice as a LPC-Intern, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or RN in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic and in-person risk assessment to identify the appropriate level of care for potential patients.
• Act as the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinate the referral and intake process.
• Facilitate the admission process and maintain communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.
• Verify and, if needed, obtain prior authorization of insurance benefits.

Education

Master's Degree in psychology, social work or related field

LPC-Intern, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or RN licensure in Texas

Job description

University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care. Serving North Texas and surrounding areas, UBH Denton has provided a range of programs treating mental health illnesses and substance abuse issues since 2005.

Our inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services offer supportive and compassionate care for adolescents and adults with specialty programs that are tailored to meet the needs of our patients.