PRN - Intake Counselor (Licensed)

Universal Health Services, Inc.; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Hickory Trail Hospital, a behavioral health facility near Dallas, seeks an Intake Counselor PRN to interview and assess potential patients and inquiry callers under the Director of Admissions. You will work with the Business Office on patient financial data and with the UR Department for admission certification, and you will initiate referrals and communicate with referral sources.

Qualifications include an MSW, 2–3 years in substance/psychiatric health care, state licensure such as LPC/LCSW,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work or a closely related clinical field.
• 2–3 years of experience in substance use or psychiatric health care with crisis intervention.
• Licensure as LPC, LPC-I, LCDC, LMFT, LMSW, or LCSW is required.
• CPR and CPI training must be completed before starting.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess potential patients and inquiry callers.
• Coordinate with the Business Office on patient financial data.
• Collaborate with the UR Department for patient certification of admission.
• Initiate referrals when indicated and communicate with referral sources.
• Work under the supervision of the Director of Admissions.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Family therapy

Education

MSW

Job description

Responsibilities

PRN Intake Counselor Opportunity

Hickory Trail Hospital, an 86-bed behavioral health facility located just south of Dallas, has been providing quality health care to the residents of DFW since 1988. Hickory Trail Hospital provides inpatient and day treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. Our professional staff individualizes care to uniquely fit the intensity and severity of each client's case and their family's needs. Because crisis occurs at all times of the day and night, our services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are also a proud supporter of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention.

Visit us online at https://www.hickorytrail.com

Position Summary:

The Intake Counselor, under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, interviews and assesses potential patients and inquiry callers. The Intake Counselor works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted. Also initiates the referral process when indicated, and communicates with referral sources.

Qualifications

Education: Master's Degree from an accredited college or university, in Social Work or a clinical related mental health field.

Experience: Two-three (2-3) years’ experience in the area of substance/ a psychiatric health care facility, with direct experience in family and group therapies, crisis intervention, and treatment skills; must have strong clinical assessment skills. Combination of education, licensure and experience and/ or student internship hours may be considered.

License: Must possess a state licensure: LPC, LPC-I, LCDC, LMFT, LMSW or LCSW or RN.

Additional Requirements: CPR and CPI training must be completed prior to beginning work. Must be able to pass a competency exam for the area upon hire.

Universal Health Services (UHS):

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

EEO Statement

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