Night Shift Crisis Admissions Counselor

Universal Health Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex/ PRN position - no benefits

Job summary

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System in Chicago seeks an Emergency Service Intake Counselor to respond to inquiry calls, guide admissions, and coordinate with the treatment team. You will gather billing data, explain hospital programs, and lead tours of the facility within a fast-paced psychiatric environment.

The role requires a Master’s in Psychology or Social Work and two years of psychiatric experience, with night shifts and weekend work.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Psychology or Social Work is required.
• Two years of psychiatric experience preferred.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure preferred.
• Night shift, 11:00pm - 7:30am, weekends.
• Knowledge: Illinois Confidentiality Act, Illinois Mental Health Code, EMTALA and ILPA progress.
• Understanding of DSM-IV criteria and psychiatric levels of care.

Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiry calls regarding services and provides referrals.
• Oversees admission process including appropriateness, completion of all required admission paperwork, pre-certifications and benefit verifications.
• Coordinates with physicians, social workers, UR coordinator and treatment team.
• Obtains billing and insurance information and explains hospital programs.
• Conducts tours of the Hospital.
• Trains staff in admission processes and ensures compliance with laws and regulations.
• Maintains data/records regarding intake and admission process.
• Maintains safe and sanitary environment and conducts initial assessments including treatment history and risk factors.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Risk assessment

Customer service

Leadership

Computer skills

Education

Masters Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

Hartgrove Behavioral Health System in Chicago seeks an Emergency Service Intake Counselor to respond to inquiry calls, guide admissions, and coordinate with the treatment team. You will gather billing data, explain hospital programs, and lead tours of the facility within a fast-paced psychiatric environment.

The role requires a Master’s in Psychology or Social Work and two years of psychiatric experience, with night shifts and weekend work.