Base: $33.05 - $49.60; bonus/equity: not specified...
Not specified
Behavioral health patient assessment
Crisis intervention and de-escalation
Collaboration with medical staff
Advocate Health is seeking an Intake Counselor for its Aurora Psychiatric Hospital to conduct initial assessments for behavioral health patients, collaborating with various departments and community agencies. The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and typically two years of experience in therapy or assessments, with a focus on patient safety and crisis intervention
Job Summary
Conducts initial intake assessments for behavioral health patient level of care placement in collaboration with emergency departments, psychiatry, and acute care units.
Assists with crisis intervention and intervenes in emergencies utilizing proper procedures, therapeutic counseling and de-escalation skills.
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Matching Summary
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Advocate Health is seeking an Intake Counselor for its Aurora Psychiatric Hospital to conduct initial assessments for behavioral health patients, collaborating with various departments and community agencies. The role requires a Master's degree in a related field and typically two years of experience in therapy or assessments, with a focus on patient safety and crisis intervention.
Salary
Base: $33.05 - $49.60; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Behavioral health patient assessment
Crisis intervention and de-escalation
Collaboration with medical staff
Insurance verification and authorization
Electronic medical record documentation
Community resource referral
Nice-to-have
Knowledge of Wisconsin mental health codes
Experience with diverse populations
Assisting new staff orientation
Key Requirements
Master's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
2 years of experience in behavioral health therapy/assessments
Experience in clinical assessment of psychiatric and chemical dependency disorders
Awareness of insurance companies and managed care review agencies