Intake Clinician

Universal Health Services; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Competitive Salary

Sign-on Bonus

Opportunities for Licensure Supervised

Loan Forgiveness Program

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

Job summary

North Star Behavioral Health is seeking an Intake Clinician to provide compassionate care, perform assessments, develop treatment plans, and guide clients through admissions. You will respond to inquiries, identify needs, and ensure access to appropriate care within the system.

Join a values-driven team focused on service excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered and opportunities for licensure supervision are available within UHS.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• RN licensure preferred.
• Experience in mental health counseling or substance abuse treatment is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care and support to individuals in need.

Responsibilities

• Responds to telephone and face-to-face inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health related services.
• Identifies needs of callers and schedules clinical assessment when necessary.
• Facilitates appropriate callers’ access to optimal level of care within the system.
• Documents all calls and related information in intake system; ensures forms are neat and legible, gathering all possible information.
• Provides back-up coverage to units if necessary.
• Reviews intake paperwork for appropriate dispositions and referral sources.
• Communicates parent handbook (if applicable) and related policies clearly to patients and families and seeks feedback to assure a clear understanding.
• Assists with admission procedures, obtains patient and other required signatures on admission paperwork, obtains various releases, including patient activity participation, school records (if applicable), immunization records, physician billing, insurance, and UR companies.
• Verifies all documentation on after-hours admissions ensuring completion and accuracy.
• Consistently obtains re-certification of Medicaid eligibility prior to admission and requests insurance verification from business office for third party.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

Master's degree in social work / counseling / psychology

RN licensure preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Join Our Team as an Intake Clinician and receive a $15,000.00 Sign-On bonus!!

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic and supportive work environment? If so, we invite you to become a vital part of our team as an Intake Clinician!

Who is North Star: At North Star Behavioral Health, we are dedicated to delivering a level of care that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Our vision is simple yet profound: to provide care that patients enthusiastically recommend to their family and friends, care that physicians prefer for their patients, and care that our employees take pride in delivering every day.

We uphold this vision by wholeheartedly embracing the following principles:

• Service Excellence
• Continuous Improvement
• Employee Development
• Ethical and Fair Treatment
• Teamwork
• Compassion
• Innovation

Our commitment to excellence isn't just a slogan—it's a way of life at North Star Behavioral Health. If you share these values and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families facing mental health challenges, we invite you to join our team.

Together, we can continue to provide the highest level of care and create a brighter future for those we serve.

Position Overview: As an Intake Clinician, you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate care and support to individuals seeking assistance with mental health challenges and substance abuse issues. Your primary responsibilities will include conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and guiding clients through the admissions process.

Key Responsibilities

• Responds to telephone and face-to-face inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health related services.
• Identifies needs of callers and schedules clinical assessment when necessary.
• Facilitates appropriate callers’ access to optimal level of care within the system.
• Documents all calls and related information in intake system; ensures forms are neat and legible, gathering all possible information.
• Provides back-up coverage to units if necessary.
• Reviews intake paperwork for appropriate dispositions and referral sources.
• Communicates parent handbook (if applicable) and related policies clearly to patients and families and seeks feedback to assure a clear understanding.
• Assists with admission procedures, obtains patient and other required signatures on admission paperwork, obtains various releases, including patient activity participation, school records (if applicable), immunization records, physician billing, insurance, and UR companies.
• Verifies all documentation on after-hours admissions ensuring completion and accuracy.
• Consistently obtains re-certification of Medicaid eligibility prior to admission and requests insurance verification from business office for third party.

Qualifications

Benefits:

• Generous PTO: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer generous paid time off to ensure our employees have time to recharge and rejuvenate.
• Competitive Salary: We value the hard work and dedication of our team members and offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Sign-on Bonus: To show our appreciation for your commitment to our team, we offer a sign-on bonus for eligible candidates upon joining.
• Opportunities for Licensure Supervision: We support professional growth and development and provide opportunities for licensure supervision to help you advance in your career.
• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• RN licensure preferred.
• Experience in mental health counseling or substance abuse treatment is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care and support to individuals in need.

Why Choose Us? At our organization, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member feels valued and empowered to make a difference. Joining our team means joining a community of passionate professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care and support to those in need.

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.