Intake Counselor - PRN/Per Diem

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an Intake Therapist (PRN/Per Diem) to manage telephonic and in-person assessments, help determine the appropriate level of care, and coordinate referrals and admissions.

Responsibilities include trauma-informed assessments, liaison with physicians, hospitals, families and staff, and occasional insurance verification; cross-training in BHT or Intake Coordinator duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in social services or mental health settings.
• Preferred 2-3 years; prior intake/assessment experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage telephonic and in-person assessments to determine appropriate level of care.
• Coordinate referral, intake, and admission processes with physicians and staff.
• Provide trauma-informed assessment and communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff.
• Cross-train in other Intake Department roles (BHT or Intake Coordinator) to assist when needed.
• Assist with verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or related field

Job description

Intake Therapist - PRN/Per Diem

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is an innovative behavioral health hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services to the people of Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix, Arizona metro area. Our 120-bed facility will offer specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co-occurring addictions.

Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Intake, the Intake Therapist assures that smooth, trauma-informed and orderly processes are followed for telephonic and in-person assessments to assist the physician in the identification of an appropriate level of care for potential patients. The Intake Therapist is responsible for initial contact with referral sources, potential patients, coordinating the referral and intake process and the admission process, providing trauma-informed assessment/treatment of patients, and ability to effectively and timely serve patients, as well as maintaining communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff. This position interfaces closely with both internal hospital staff, facility physicians, as well as referring hospitals, patients, families, and community referral sources. The working position of Intake Therapist will complete Intake Therapist duties as well being cross trained in other Intake Department roles such as BHT or Intake Coordinator responsibilities to assist if needed. The Intake Therapist will also at times be responsible for the verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health or related field.

Preferred Education: State licensure with the Board.

Minimum Experience: 1 year of experience in social services, community mental/behavioral health, mental- health setting, inpatient setting and performing administrative duties, crisis interventions, and customer service.

Preferred Experience: 2-3 years of experience in social services, community mental/behavioral health, mental- health setting, inpatient setting and performing administrative duties, crisis interventions, and customer service. Prior experience in intake/assessment departments.

Required

• Valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance or ability to obtain

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