Night Admissions Counselor — Behavioral Health

North Port Behavioral Health; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PerkSpot Discount Program

Paid Psychiatric Training

Meaningful patient impact

Job summary

North Port Behavioral Health is seeking a Full Time Admissions Counselor Nights to work in North Port, FL. The role involves facilitating admissions, intake assessments, and utilization review to ensure appropriate levels of care for patients with behavioral health needs.

You'll collaborate with medical staff, coordinate referrals, verify benefits, and maintain accurate documentation. A caring, professional approach and ability to respond quickly to inquiries are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in a social services field required (state allowance).
• Master’s in social services or RN preferred.
• 1+ years’ experience in mental/behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate admissions and clinical intake assessments.
• Coordinate admission and transfer from referrals.
• Perform benefit eligibility checks and communicate with payors.
• Prepare medical records documentation for authorization.
• Provide empathetic, professional customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Empathy

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services

Master's degree in social services or RN

Job description

North Port Behavioral Health is seeking a Full Time Admissions Counselor Nights to work in North Port, FL. The role involves facilitating admissions, intake assessments, and utilization review to ensure appropriate levels of care for patients with behavioral health needs.

You'll collaborate with medical staff, coordinate referrals, verify benefits, and maintain accurate documentation. A caring, professional approach and ability to respond quickly to inquiries are essential.