Psych Intake Coordinator

Generations at Applewood; Lincolnwood (IL); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 72 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Generations/SIR Management Consultants in Lincolnwood, IL seeks a Centralized Intake Coordinator, Behavioral Health for a full-time salaried role at $65k plus benefits. Requires 2–3 years psych intake/admissions experience and at least a bachelor’s degree in psychology or related fields, with a master’s preferred.

The position is based at the corporate office in Lincolnwood with travel to four Chicago-area facilities and periodically to Decatur, IL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field; Master's preferred.
• Experience as intake coordinator for mental health facilities or hospitals.
• Knowledge of area hospitals and referral sources.
• Ability to travel to facilities in Chicago, Evanston, and Decatur, IL as needed.
• Pass background check and be eligible to work in healthcare per IDPH requirements.

Responsabilités

• Review and assess referrals and coordinate with leadership to facilitate admissions.
• Respond to inquiries and referrals in a timely manner.
• Develop relationships with hospitals and social workers to drive admissions.
• Utilize tracking for referrals and monitor facilities daily.
• Assist Regional Director with promotional events.
• Ensure PASRR has taken place.

Connaissances

Psych intake experience

Admissions coordination

Relationship building with hospitals

Formation

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Outils

Maximus

PASRR knowledge

Description du poste

Description

CENTRALIZED PSYCH INTAKE COORDINATOR, Behavioral Health, Generations/SIR Management Consultants, Lincolnwood, IL

SIR Management Consultants in Lincolnwood. IL, seeks a Centralized Intake Coordinator, Behavioral Health. This is a Full Time Salaried Role - $65k, plus Company Benefits. YOU MUST HAVE 2-3 years of PSYCH INTAKE OR ADMISSIONS EXPERIENCE IN A PSYCH FACILITY; SOCIAL SERVICE ORGANIZATION OR HOSPITAL; AT LEAST A BACHELOR'S DEGREE IN PSYCHOLOGY, SOCIAL SERVICES OR OTHER MENTAL HEALTH RELATED STUDIES ; OR A MASTER'S DEGREE IN THOSE FIELDS.

The Position will be Seated at our Corporate Office in Lincolnwood near the Edens (I-94) & Touhy Ave. (Please take the time to map the distance/route from where you live before applying.) However, regional travel to our 4 mental health facilities in the Chicago area and periodically to our facility in Decatur, IL may be required.

If you are committed to excellence in services, programs and personal development in the field of Mental Health, and you thrive in a challenging environment, we would love to talk to you.

We Offer you a Competitive Salary Commensurate with Experience and credentials, plus Company Benefits, including choice of Healthcare Plans, 401k with Company Match, Health Savings Account (HSA), PTO, and Much More! We offer a collaborative work environment where everyone works together as a team.

Responsibilities of the Centralized Intake Specialist, Behavioral Health:

• Review and assess all referrals and collaborate with building leadership and Business Development/Admissions to determine and facilitate referrals
• Respond to all phone inquiries, EFaxes and community referrals in a timely manner
• Familiarity with Maximus
• Develop relationships with hospitals and social workers that lead to admissions
• Utilize Green/Yellow/Red process to determine appropriate placement
• Conduct all necessary background checks (IDOC, ISO) and MEDI check
• Ensure Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) has taken place
• Develop and administer data-base tracking for referrals
• Monitor each facility on a daily basis
• Assist Regional Director of Behavioral Development with promotional events

Requirements of the Centralized Intake Specialist, Behavioral Health:

• At minimum, Bachelor's Degree in Psych or related studies; Master's Degree preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively with Business Development Staff and Admissions
• Patient Assessment skills (via referral and interview) for Adults with Mental Illness
• Experience as an intake coordinator for mental health facilities or hospitals
• Experience and knowledge of area hospitals and other referral sources
• Established relationships with social workers, physicians, and discharge planners preferred
• Good working understanding and knowledge of psychotropic medications and the conditions they treat
• Basic understanding of Medicaid and Social Security benefits as pertains to mental health facilities
• Understanding of Pre-Admission Screening (PAS) process
• Evening and weekend availability as needed
• Able to travel to facilities in Chicago and Evanston, and periodically to Decatur, IL as needed
• Must pass a Complete Background Check (fingerprinting may be required) and be deemed eligible to work in healthcare by IDPH
• Knowledge of and compassionate toward MI population

Since 1991, Generations Healthcare Management/SIR Management Health Care Consultants has been providing specialized mental health rehabilitation services to our Illinois clients. We have continued to expand its scope to embrace all areas of senior living, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Visit our website at www.generationshealthcarenetwork.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer