Admissions Counselor II - Full Time - 3 days per week

October 21, 2024

Industry: Private

Employment Type:- Full Time

Work Hours:- 8 Hours

Locations:- USA

Full Job Description:-

alvern Treatment Centers is currently looking for a Full-TimeAdmissions Counselor II to work at Malvern Treatment Center/Malvern Behavioral Health located in South Philadelphia. The Admissions Counselor II position is a full time position, working Wednesday & Thursday every week with an every other weekend commitment. Shift times are 10:00am-10:30pm! The Admissions Counselor II position is a full time, benefit eligible position offering a competitive salary as well as a shift differentialfor any hours after 3:00pm!
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Summary: Th Admissions Counselor II provides telephonic and in person risk assessment and crisis intervention, initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, completes all required computer data entry, determines appropriate level of care, facilitates the admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients and unit staff. The Admissions Counselor II also assists the Physician by providing face to face clinical assessments, including the history of presenting illness, family dynamics and supporting psychosocial information. S

ary of Essential Position Functions: Id

ies and provides written assessment of patients on admission and throughout treatment. Documents current needs/problems and past medical, psychiatric, drug and alcohol history. Assessment addresses bio-psychosocial needs. Completes a multi-disciplinary assessment when needed. Documents in electronic record as directed. Respon
to and directs emergency situations as necessary. Greets f
ly members and patients once they arrive. Escorts patients and family members to waiting room and explains to family members and patient the admissions process and services offered. Explains t
consent and intake forms and obtains patient signatures for each form. Completes fa
to face assessment and intake interview and enters the information from the interview into the correct EMR fields Obtains insura
authorizations from the insurance companies, and documents the authorization information accurately and relays the information to the appropriate department i.e.- billing, utilization management, and nursing Informs patient
families of authorization or insurance recommendations. Communicates perti
t clinical information for unit hand-off Works positively and
operatively with other team members to facilitate good patient care. This includes clear interdepartmental communication to include notification to nursing and clinical aides of expected admissions time and notification to nursing of the substance the patient is using. Patient code is created. Participates in contin
g education (in- services & other trainings) to reach professional growth. Follows all infection co
ol practices. Prepares and certifies the
curacy of the midnight census. Performs other duties as ass
ed. Benefits This position is a

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essfully, an inividual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This position requires individuals that are client focused; team oriented; great interpersonal and communication skills; flexible to sudden changes in workload, emergency or staffing; dependable; problem solving skills; focused on compliance and performance quality. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education and/or Experience: Masters degree
Counseling, Psychology or Huan Services field, licensed RN or Masters in Social Work. Work Environment and Hazards: No hazardous co
itions. Weather protected. No azardous conditions. Protected from weather conditions. Risk of exposure to communicable diseases. Possible exposure to intoxicated, disruptive and agitated patients. Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate
rbally and in writing.hsical agility to manage patients. Push, pull and lift up to 40 pounds. Intermittent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and stooping. Drug and alcohol free as evidence by negative results of post-offer, pre-employment urine drug screen. Technical/Computer Skills: MS Office, billing sof
are, telephone, and other ffice equipment. EMR experience preferred. *Malvern Health provides equal employment opportun

to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of e