Intake Clinician: Behavioral Health Admissions

Highland Hospital; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefit plan

Competitive salary

Job summary

Highland Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia is seeking a Full-Time Intake Clinician to manage admissions, clinical intake assessments, and authorizations, ensuring optimal patient care levels. This vital role involves collaboration with nursing, clinical staff, and external parties.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in social work or related fields and has experience in mental health. This position is onsite and offers a comprehensive benefits package, encouraging qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• One or more years’ experience in mental/behavioral health preferred.
• Experience with managed care pre‑certification and level of care assessments preferred.
• Outstanding interviewing and assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates intake, admission, and prior authorization process for incoming patients.
• Performs insurance benefit verifications and disseminates information.
• Collaborates with medical and psychiatric personnel for admissions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Assessment skills

Communication with diverse backgrounds

Education

Master’s Degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field

Job description

Highland Hospital in Charleston, West Virginia is seeking a Full-Time Intake Clinician to manage admissions, clinical intake assessments, and authorizations, ensuring optimal patient care levels. This vital role involves collaboration with nursing, clinical staff, and external parties.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s Degree in social work or related fields and has experience in mental health. This position is onsite and offers a comprehensive benefits package, encouraging qualified candidates to apply.