Intake Specialist

River Place Behavioral Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health care is seeking an Intake Specialist to join their dedicated team. This entry-level position involves critical responsibilities such as reviewing prospective admissions, conducting assessments, and coordinating treatment plans for patients facing various mental health challenges. The ideal candidate will hold an active nursing or social work license and possess a strong background in behavioral health. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of individuals seeking help, all within a supportive and state-of-the-art healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in Behavioral Health preferred.
• Must hold an active license in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Review admissions against criteria and gather clinical data.
• Conduct pre-admission assessments and schedule evaluations.
• Maintain a positive customer service attitude towards patients.

Skills

Behavioral Health Experience

Customer Service Skills

Education

Active RN/LPN/LPC/PLPC/CSW/LCSW/LMSW License

Job description

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We are actively seeking an Intake Specialist with LPN/RN/CSW credentials to join our excellent team! Acadia Healthcare-River Place Behavioral Health, a service of Ochsner Health System, provides state-of-the-art psychiatric care for adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and other mental health concerns.

As an Intake Specialist at River Place, you will participate in the development and implementation of patients' treatment plans by:

• Reviewing prospective admissions against approved admission criteria, policies, and procedures.
• Initiating contact to gather required clinical and demographic data from patients and other sources.
• Responding promptly to inquiry calls.
• Scheduling assessments.
• Conducting pre-admission assessments.
• Assisting prospective patients and significant others in seeking treatment.
• Referring inquiries to other agencies and community resources when not appropriate for facility assistance or admission.
• Coordinating with referral sources.
• Coordinating transportation arrangements for patients.
• Maintaining an efficient, positive customer service attitude towards patients, their families, and co-workers while being responsive to customer needs.

Job Qualifications:

• One year of experience in the field of Behavioral Health highly preferred.
• Must hold an active and unencumbered license as an RN, LPN, LPC, PLPC, CSW, LCSW, or LMSW.

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Other

Industries

• Mental Health Care