Intake Counselor- Per Diem weekends- day shift

Come join our team of professionals at Aurora Behavioral Health System. 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 per diem experienced Intake Counselors for the Tempe facility.

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 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) preferred.
• 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

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Education:

• Master’s (Required)

Work Location: One location