Night Shift Crisis Assessment & Referral Counselor

Universal Health Services; Plymouth (IN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Career development with UHS and itsubs

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Universal Health Services in Plymouth, Indiana, seeks an Assessment & Referral Counselor (PRN) for the night shift to assess clients in psychiatric/mental health crisis and coordinate referrals for appropriate levels of care.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, EMTALA-compliant stabilization, discussion of insurance questions with clients and families, and collaboration with medical staff and managed care organizations to ensure timely admission and placement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or related field required or a Registered Nurse licensed in Indiana.
• Minimum of two (2) years of direct clinical experience in a psychiatric/mental health setting.
• Strong listening and communication skills.
• Good organizational skills and time management.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Incoming inquiry calls and walk-ins
• Crisis Intervention
• Follow EMTALA regulations and stabilize emergent medical conditions
• Discuss financial concerns or insurance questions with clients, families, and referral sources
• Triage as needed and facilitate discussions about clients' feelings
• Complete assessments and provide referrals when necessary
• Conduct insurance pre-certifications for inpatient admissions and document admissions
• Interface with Medical Staff, Treatment Team, and Managed Care Organizations

Skills

Active listening

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Independent work

Education

Master's degree in Social Work or related field

Registered Nurse license Indiana

Job description

Universal Health Services in Plymouth, Indiana, seeks an Assessment & Referral Counselor (PRN) for the night shift to assess clients in psychiatric/mental health crisis and coordinate referrals for appropriate levels of care.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, EMTALA-compliant stabilization, discussion of insurance questions with clients and families, and collaboration with medical staff and managed care organizations to ensure timely admission and placement.