INTAKE COUNSELOR (DEGREED)

Hickory-Trail-Hospital; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory Trail Hospital in DeSoto, TX is seeking Licensed Counselors for our Admissions/Intake Department. The Intake Counselor interviews and assesses potential patients and inquiry callers, coordinates with the Business Office on financial data, and works with the UR department to certify admissions.

We value compassion, collaborative care, and strong communication; you must hold a Master’s in Social Work or related field and state licensure (LPC/LMSW/LCSW, RN, LFMT) with CPR and de-escalation

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Social Work or related mental health field required.
• 2-3 years in substance abuse/psychiatric treatment programs; intake/admissions experience preferred.
• State certification in social work or clinical mental health; LPC, LMSW, or LCSW, RN, LFMT license required.
• CPR certification, CPI and Verbal De-Escalation training within 30 days; competency exam on hire; flexible hours may be required.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess potential patients and inquiry callers for admissions.
• Coordinate with Business Office on patient financial data and with UR for admission certification.
• Initiate referral processes and communicate with referral sources.

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work or related mental health field

Job description

Responsibilities

We are Hiring for Licensed Counselors in our Admissions/ Intake Department.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We're an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas-Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person’s care—and we're looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact.

What You'll Do - Intake Counselor / Clinician

The Intake Counselor, under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, interviews and assesses potential patients and inquiry callers. The Intake Counselor works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted. Also initiates the referral process when indicated, and communicates with referral sources.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinical related mental health field required.
• Experience: 2-3 years in the area of substance abuse/psychiatric treatment programs, including experience in intake/admissions and managed care preferred.
• Licensure: Must be state certified in social work or clinical related mental health field. LPC, LMSW, or LCSW, RN, LFMT license required.
• Additional: CPR certification, CPI and Verbal De-Escalation training within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in a restraining procedure. Must be able to pass a competency exam for the area upon hire. May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

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.