What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake Counselor position at Aurora Behavioral Health System Arizona?
Job description
Come join our team of professionals at Aurora Behavioral Health System TEMPE 6350 S Maple Ave Tempe AZ 85283. ABHS is a free standing psychiatric inpatient hospital with an outpatient program. Our psychiatric facility is licensed to treat adolescents and adults for a wide range of psychiatric conditions and chemical dependency. We are currently looking for a Per Diem Intake Counselor. The available schedule is as needed, days, nights, as well as weekend coverage.
Job duties
- Handle all referrals for services, schedules assessments, and/or refers patients to appropriate community resources.
- Complete level of care assessments for clients seeking inpatient and outpatient mental health and detox services.
- Admit new patients to the hospital
- Complete pre-certification with insurance companies to authorize patients' hospitalization
- Work with nursing, medical, and other disciplines to coordinate care for patients
Requirements
- Master's degree in social work, counseling or closely related field required.
- Licensed in the state of Arizona and in good standing (LAC, LPC, LASAC, LISAC, LMSW, LCSW, LAMFT or LMFT)
- Strong working knowledge of DSM-V criteria, community resources, assessment and crisis intervention.
- Experience in a behavioral healthcare hospital setting is a plus.
- Must be 21 years old.
- Able to pass background check, drug screen, and meet qualifications for an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card
Job Types: PER DIEM
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- Per diem minimum of four shifts per month. Weekend, Weekday, days and night available.
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification: Required
- (LAC, LPC, LASAC, LISAC, LMSW, LCSW, LAMFT or LMFT) (Required)
Work Location: In person 6350 S Maple Ave Tempe AZ 85283
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