INTAKE COUNSELOR (DEGREED)

Part Time Intake Counselor/Intake Clinician

Responsibilities Located on a 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for children, adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment.

We are currently seeking a Part Time Intake Counselor/Intake Clinician to join our team. The Intake Counselor/Intake Clinician under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, interviews and assesses potential patients and inquiry callers. The Intake Counselor / Intake Clinician 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. Core functions include:

• Must be a team player who is willing to assist the team when necessary
• Attention to detail when managing patient information, ensuring that all admission paperwork and required financial forms are completed thoroughly and accurately
• Professional telephonic and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to access patient safety via telephone and in-person and provide necessary support when needed
• Ability to de-escalate patients and support teams during codes in Admissions
• Verifies patient insurance benefits verbally and documents insurance verification form.
• Be able to efficiently navigate EMR system and various platforms used during the admissions process
• Exposure to psychiatric patients who may exhibit violent/aggressive behavior. Must be willing and able to work with adolescents and adults.
• Knowledge of age specific growth and development
• Knowledge of addiction issues.
• Knowledge of limit setting and behavior management, crisis management
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to plan, direct, and monitor others activities with demonstrated leadership abilities that contribute to a positive work environment.

Qualifications

Education – Master's Degree MSW, LSW, LCSW required, RN Licensure Preferred

Experience- 1-3 years prior intake, assessment, admission, and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting.

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