Lead Intake & Assessment Counselor (Evenings)

Universal Health Services; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plan

401k retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Peachford Hospital seeks an Intake/Assessment Counselor to join its 24/7 Intake Department in Atlanta. The role involves assessing callers and patients, coordinating admissions or referrals, and leading assigned management duties in a crisis-focused environment.

Candidates should have at least one year of intake/assessment experience and a master’s degree in counseling or a related field, with license eligibility. Strong communication and collaboration with physicians are essential.

Qualifications

• At least one year of intake/assessment experience, preferably in a crisis intervention environment.
• Master’s degree in counseling or related field; license-eligible is required.

Responsibilities

• Responding to telephone and face-to-face inquiries seeking mental health services.
• Conducting clinical assessments and determining appropriate treatment options.
• Ensuring patients and families understand the admissions and treatment process.
• Discussing clinical issues with physicians to determine next steps.
• Collaborating with other departments to address patient needs.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Communication

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related field

Job description

Peachford Hospital seeks an Intake/Assessment Counselor to join its 24/7 Intake Department in Atlanta. The role involves assessing callers and patients, coordinating admissions or referrals, and leading assigned management duties in a crisis-focused environment.

Candidates should have at least one year of intake/assessment experience and a master’s degree in counseling or a related field, with license eligibility. Strong communication and collaboration with physicians are essential.