Admissions Specialist - Unlicensed
Betty Hardwick Center
Summary
This position will work with the Admissions and Counseling Unit. This position is responsible for assisting individuals with accessing mental health services and determining eligibility for services. This includes completing initial mental health assessment and coordinating with an LPHA for psychiatric diagnostics.
Job description
- Complete assessments to document mental health and social history
- Determine level of care and engage individuals in the recovery planning process
- Provide crisis services for consumers to determine inpatient or outpatient treatment
- Follow up with consumers after a crisis to determine best treatment for continuity of care
- Be trained in the PASRR program and assess eligibility for PASRR services
- Assist with PL1 & PE Evaluations at catchment area Nursing Facilities
This position requires attention to detail, ability to incorporate trauma informed principles into the job, and the ability to multi-task and manage priorities. This person functions as part of the Assessment and referral team and needs to embrace a teamwork concept. Excellent communication skills are necessary. This is a full-time position, with primary hours of 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, directly supervised by the MH Program Administrator for Admissions & Crisis Services.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work or Psychology from an accredited college or university
- Must either have a current license as an LPC, LCSW, or Psychologist, or be working towards licensure
- Must be eligible to be certified as a Qualified Mental Health Professional
- Must have previous mental health work experience with adult mental health consumers
- Must possess a valid Texas Drivers License and be an insurable driver
- Must maintain an acceptable driving record/insurability while employed
Benefits
- Salary step increase after one year
- Benefits available
Company overview
Betty Hardwick Center is a comprehensive mental health service provider dedicated to offering accessible and quality behavioral healthcare services to communities in Texas. As a community mental health center, it provides a wide range of services including crisis intervention, outpatient counseling, psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and specialized programs for various mental health conditions. The organization focuses on serving individuals with mental health disorders, substance abuse issues, and developmental disabilities through evidence-based treatment approaches. Betty Hardwick Center operates with a mission to promote recovery, resilience, and improved quality of life for clients through person-centered care. The center typically collaborates with local healthcare systems, social service agencies, and community organizations to provide integrated care. Services are designed to be accessible to diverse populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults, with consideration for cultural and socioeconomic factors. The organization plays a crucial role in the local mental health ecosystem by offering both clinical services and community-based support programs.