Intake & Admissions Coordinator (Evenings)

Oceans Healthcare; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Amarillo is seeking an Intake Coordinator to respond to inquiry calls, conduct intake assessments, provide referrals, and coordinate admissions in accordance with Joint Commission and state regulations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or LVN/RN) and experience in mental health, with emphasis on age- and disability-related care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for handling multiple inquiries and admissions efficiently.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or related field or LVN/RN or equivalent number of years of experience preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience in Mental Health/Chemical Dependency field working with an Age/Disability Specific population is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiry calls, completes inquiry forms accurately, schedules assessments in a timely manner and documents follow up calls regarding pending assessments.
• Conducts assessments at facility or other locations, completes Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Assessments Initial Triage thoroughly.
• Refers patients who are not appropriate for facility programs to appropriate resources.
• Coordinates pre-certification process, admissions process for patients admitted to facility programs, including admission forms, CIAs, and UR information.
• Delivers patient services in a respectful manner which promotes dignity and patient satisfaction.
• Identifies safety needs and reports signs of abuse/neglect to clinical staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Reading and writing

Education

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

LVN/RN or equivalent experience

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Amarillo is seeking an Intake Coordinator to respond to inquiry calls, conduct intake assessments, provide referrals, and coordinate admissions in accordance with Joint Commission and state regulations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree (or LVN/RN) and experience in mental health, with emphasis on age- and disability-related care. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for handling multiple inquiries and admissions efficiently.