What are the responsibilities and job description for the Admissions Counselor position at Seven Hills Hospital?
Admissions Counselor
We are a growing, private, 134-bed psychiatric hospital that is dedicated to providing high-quality care for adults, geriatrics, and adolescents (ages 5-17) who are suffering from behavioral health and chemical dependency issues. Our patients recover at our new, state-of-the art medical facility in the Seven Hills area of Henderson, Nevada. Henderson is one of the fastest growing cities in the US and is located just 7 miles from the famed Las Vegas Strip and a couple of miles from beautiful Lake Mead.
Seven Hills Hospital is part of the Acadia Healthcare, a provider of behavioral healthcare services throughout the US.
Join the team of highly dedicated mental health professionals. We are presently looking for a Full-Time Evening Shift Intake Specialist who will be responsible for:
- Responding to prospective patients and referral channels by providing psychological assessments and/or appropriate treatment options.
- Providing managed care entities with clinical information regarding patient psychiatric hospitalization.
- Providing crisis intervention to prospective patients, their families, and external agencies via telephone and/or in person.
Making appropriate referrals based on patients’ needs and preferences.
Qualifications:
Education:
A Master’s Degree in behavioral health from an accredited college or university
Experience:
At least 2 years’ experience in a psychiatric setting as Intake Specialist or related experience.
Seven Hills Hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, leave benefits, life insurance and 401k plan with matching.
No Agency calls please.
Seven Hills Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Experience
Required- 2 year(s): At least 2 years’ experience in a psychiatric setting as Intake Specialist or related experience.
Education
Required- Masters or better
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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