Intake & Assessment Clinician (PRN)

Lake Behavioral Hospital; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Cafeteria on site

Discounted meals

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Job summary

Lake Behavioral Hospital in Waukegan, IL is seeking a dedicated PRN Intake & Assessment Clinician to manage referrals, assess individuals of all ages, and coordinate admissions in collaboration with physicians.

You will perform patient triage, assist with discharge planning, complete admission paperwork, and maintain intake logs while providing compassionate community outreach and support through the Director of Admissions and Referrals.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a human relations field is required.
• Licensed to practice in Illinois as a mental health professional (Social Worker, Counselor, or RN with MHP).
• 2+ years of intake assessment experience in an acute psychiatric setting.
• Working knowledge of the latest DSM and Mental Status Exam; knowledge of Addiction and Recovery field.

Responsibilities

• Manage referrals and service requests.
• Assess individuals of all ages and coordinate with physicians for care decisions.
• Assist with discharge planning under the Director of Admissions and Referrals; primary community contact.
• Document and process inquiry calls per Intake policies.
• Conduct patient triage for placement or referral to community resources.
• Notify and assist on-call doctor with patient interviews; complete admission paperwork.
• Maintain an intake log with necessary information; make follow-up calls for no-shows.
• Provide guest relations and participate in staff training as needed.

Skills

DSM knowledge

Mental Status Exam

Addiction & Recovery knowledge

Education

Master's Degree in a human relations field

Licensed to practice in Illinois as a mental health professional (Social Worker, Counselor, or RN with MHP)

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS AN PRN INTAKE & ASSESSMENT CLINICIAN!(PRN) 36 hrs/week! + GENEROUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS (weekday, overnights, weekend days & weekend overnights)Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?We seek a dedicated, detail-oriented Intake & Assessment Clinician to join our LBH team!The Intake & Assessment Clinician manages referrals and service requests, assesses individuals of all ages, and collaborates with physicians for appropriate care decisions. They assist with discharge planning under the Director of Admissions and Referrals and are the primary community contact, providing essential resources and support. Additionally, they support the case management program.Document and process inquiry calls according to Intake policies.Conduct patient triage for appropriate placement internally or referral to community resources.Assess and stabilize patients before discharge or coordinate hospital admission arrangements.Notify and assist the on-call doctor with patient interviews.Obtain administrative approval for all admissions.Complete admission paperwork following hospital policy.Maintain an intake log with all necessary information documented.Make follow-up calls to patients who fail to show up for appointments.Demonstrate guest relations by example and counsel employees in need of training.MUST Work 36 hours per week (12-hour shifts)Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:Education & Licensure: A Master’s Degree in a human relations field is required. Licensed to practice in Illinois as a mental health professional (Social Worker, Counselor, or RN with MHP).Experience: (2) or more years of experience in intake assessment activities within an acute psychiatric setting.Additional Skill Requirements: A working knowledge of the latest DSM and Mental Status Exam and working knowledge of the Addiction and Recovery field.Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:Shift DifferentialCafeteria on site + discounted mealsEmployee engagement eventsEmployee assistance programEmployee recognition programFree parkingWhat sets us apart:Career & training development opportunitiesDynamic and inclusive work environmentEngaged management team dedicated to your successA guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirationsDisclaimer: Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Lake Behavioral Hospital.Compensation:This is a PRN role; the expected compensation range is $35.00 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our PRN Intake & Assessment Clinician.Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled ServiceDiscover a fulfilling career at Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH)!We are a 161-bed acute care facility located in Waukegan, IL, and has been providing mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotional and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease mental illness symptoms and are committed to helping people live healthier lives. Our compassionate and experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses, and support staff are here to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing.Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Lake Behavioral Hospital.To learn more about LBH, visit us at: https://www.lakebehavioralhospital.com/TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service____________________________________________________________At Lake Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities