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Intake Counselor Part Time Location: US-CA-San Diego Email this job to a friend
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As an Intake Counselor for Aurora Behavioral Healthcare San Diego, youll assess the needs of our incoming patients, schedule appointments, give referrals and coordinate care for patients in need. You will serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care; to ensure the safety and well-being of each patient. *Pay Range: $30/hr. to $46/hr.
Available Shift: Saturday to Sunday 12:00pm - 8:30pm & Monday 1:00pm-9:30pm Responsibilities: - Respond to routine and crisis calls coming into the Intake Department
- Assess patients for suicidality, homicidality, and other dangerous propensities
- Provide DSM-5 diagnoses in consultation with the psychiatrist
- Complete managed care authorizations for patient treatment
- Interface with other hospital departments in arranging patient care
- Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team
- Handling of legal issues related to patient care, such as 5150 criteria, conservatorships, minors issues
Skills: - Skills in applying principles of, abnormal psychology and mental health problems
- Familiarity with psychological, sociological, and medical terminologies
- Skills in analyzing and evaluating information; problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral communications; legible handwriting
- Ability to concentrate on tasks and meet deadlines
- Ability to maintain confidentiality; basic data entry and typing skills preferred
Requirements - Masters degree in psychology, social work or related behavioral health sciences
- Current BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR)
- 1-year experience in an Acute psychiatric healthcare setting preferred
Covid-19 Precautions: Benefits - 401K Retirement Plan
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Life Insurance (Supplemental Life, Term, and Universal plans are also available.)
- PTO
- Holiday Premium Pay
- PTO Cash Out option
- Sick Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- ID Theft Protection
- Employee Appreciation Events
- Employee Discount Opportunities
Aurora San Diego
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