Assessment Coordinator (MA/MSW)
UHS
Summary
Located on a 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for children, adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment. We are currently seeking an Assessment Coordinator to join our team.
Job description
The Assessment Coordinator, under the supervision of the Director of Admissions, interviews and assesses potential patients and inquiry callers. The Assessment Coordinator works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted. Also, initiates the referral process when indicated, and communicates with referral sources.
- MA/MSW in Counseling, Psychology, or Human Services
- Prior intake, assessment, and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting
- Computer/data entry experience
- Preferred knowledge of crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Insurance/managed care, psychiatric diagnosis symptomatology, basic chemical dependency, age-specific growth and development and crisis behavior management
Requirements
- MA/MSW in Counseling, Psychology, or Human Services
- Prior intake, assessment, and crisis intervention experience with a psychiatric mental health population, preferably in an inpatient setting
- Computer/data entry experience
- Preferred knowledge of crisis intervention and risk assessment
- Insurance/managed care, psychiatric diagnosis symptomatology, basic chemical dependency, age-specific growth and development and crisis behavior management
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Career Development
- Tuition Assistance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.