INTAKE Clinician (Masters Degree)-Behavioral Health Setting
UHS
Summary
Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86 bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Littleton, CO. Highlands features individual units for adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs.
Job description
Responsibilities
Highlands Behavioral Health System is an 86 bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Littleton, CO. Highlands features individual units for adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs.
The Intake Clinician responds to all persons requesting assistance either by telephone or in person, and provides psychiatric assessment, crisis intervention and referrals to Hospital staff and services to outside sources, based on the nature of the problem(s) and financial resources. Admissions to the Hospital are facilitated through coordinated efforts with the Business Office, Utilization Review and the Department of Nursing Services.
- Assesses each inquiry to determine clinical need of caller and/or patient, and makes referral to appropriate level of care.
- Maintains daily log of all incoming and pending Intake calls and Assessments.
- Maintains a good working relationship and ongoing communication with referral sources.
- Completes the admission of patients.
- Collaborates with hospital personnel and medical staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Promotes a positive working environment and guest relations.
- Completes procedures as stipulated in CCR 27-65 regulations as required.
- Promotes safety by attending mandatory inservices and complies with all safety measures initiated by the facility.
- Responds to telephone and/or walk-in requests for psychiatric assistance.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Counseling. Prefer previous experience with psychiatric patients of all ages.
Requirements
- Masters Degree in Psychology, Social Work or Counseling
- Previous experience with psychiatric patients of all ages preferred
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Pet Insurance
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Basic Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development
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.