Part-Time Behavioral Health Intake & Admissions Coordinator

The Behavioral Wellness Center At Girard; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard in Philadelphia is hiring a part-time Behavioral Health Intake Worker to support intake, admissions, referrals, and patient access. The role emphasizes coordinated communication with clinical staff and referral sources, completing documentation, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Starting pay is $19.80 per hour with day/evening shifts and an onsite work setting. A valid driver’s license is required, and the team welcomes recent graduates or candidates with

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Human Services, Behavioral Health, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred
• Recent graduates and candidates seeking to enter the behavioral health or human services field are encouraged to apply
• Candidates without a related degree should have relevant experience in behavioral health, mental health, human services, healthcare admissions, intake, patient access, patient registration, case management, direct care, residential services, or a related setting
• Experience with intake coordination, referral processing, admissions, patient registration, behavioral health, or substance use treatment is preferred
• Bilingual English and Spanish preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Greet and register incoming patients and referrals in a professional and timely manner
• Collect, verify, and enter patient demographic, insurance, and clinical information
• Coordinate admissions and patient placements with physicians, nurses, clinical staff, and referral sources
• Obtain required patient consents and maintain accurate documentation in the EHR
• Assist with intake screenings and admission processes as assigned
• Communicate with hospitals, treatment providers, community agencies, and other referral sources regarding admissions and placement
• Support patient access activities and help facilitate an organized transition into behavioral health and substance use treatment services
• Maintain accurate intake, referral, and admissions documentation
• Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and organizational policies
• Provide transportation for patients, staff, or laboratory specimens when needed as part of departmental operations
• Operate organizational vehicles safely and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly
• Support the overall day to day operations of the Behavioral Intake Unit

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Bilingual English and Spanish

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Job description

The Behavioral Wellness Center at Girard in Philadelphia is hiring a part-time Behavioral Health Intake Worker to support intake, admissions, referrals, and patient access. The role emphasizes coordinated communication with clinical staff and referral sources, completing documentation, and ensuring HIPAA compliance.

Starting pay is $19.80 per hour with day/evening shifts and an onsite work setting. A valid driver’s license is required, and the team welcomes recent graduates or candidates with