Night Admissions Counselor — Behavioral Health (7p–7a)

Acadia Healthcare; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking an Admissions Counselor for a 7p-7a shift. This role focuses on facilitating admissions, conducting clinical intake assessments, and coordinating with medical staff to ensure appropriate care levels and efficient utilization review.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a social services field (Master’s preferred) and relevant experience in behavioral health. CPR and de-escalation training are required; RN may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a social services field is required (if state allows).
• Master's degree in a social services field (psychology, counseling, social work, sociology, health administration, nursing) or RN preferred.
• One or more years’ experience in mental/behavioral health working with individuals in a clinical or observational capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating admissions.
• Conducting clinical intake assessments.
• Managing utilization review processes.
• Coordinate admission and transfer from referral sources and between levels of care within the facility.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers always.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a social services field

Master's degree in a social services field or RN

Job description

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking an Admissions Counselor for a 7p-7a shift. This role focuses on facilitating admissions, conducting clinical intake assessments, and coordinating with medical staff to ensure appropriate care levels and efficient utilization review.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in a social services field (Master’s preferred) and relevant experience in behavioral health. CPR and de-escalation training are required; RN may be considered.