Intake Counselor - Mental Health Admissions (PRN)

Universal Health Services; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition savings for nursing education

Job summary

University Behavioral Health of Denton, part of Universal Health Services, seeks an Intake Counselor to perform telephonic and in-person risk assessments and coordinate referrals and admissions. You will verify insurance benefits and maintain communication with referral sources, families and unit staff.

This PRN position offers exposure to a range of behavioral health services and opportunities to grow within a large healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in psychology, social work or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years experience in a psychiatric healthcare facility preferred.
• Currently licensed to practice in Texas as LPC-Associate, LPC, LMSW, LCSW or RN.

Responsibilities

• Provide telephonic and in-person risk assessments to determine level of care.
• Serve as the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients; coordinate referral and intake.
• Facilitate admission process and maintain communication with families, patients and staff.
• Verify and obtain prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.

Skills

Communication

Risk assessment

Referral coordination

Insurance verification

Customer service

Education

Master's degree in psychology or social work

Texas licensure: LPC/LCSW/LMSW or RN

Job description

University Behavioral Health of Denton, part of Universal Health Services, seeks an Intake Counselor to perform telephonic and in-person risk assessments and coordinate referrals and admissions. You will verify insurance benefits and maintain communication with referral sources, families and unit staff.

This PRN position offers exposure to a range of behavioral health services and opportunities to grow within a large healthcare system.