Outpatient Assessment Coordination
UHS
Summary
Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital is seeking an experienced Assessment Counselor/Coordinator for our Outpatient Department. The Assessment Counselor/Coordinator conducts clinical evaluations and admissions for the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This position is the initial contact for patients and referral sources, providing clinical assessment and determination of ongoing clinical needs.
Job description
The Counselor provides telephonic risk assessment and in-person clinical assessment. The Counselor also determines appropriate level of care by consulting with the hospital psychiatrist to determine disposition. If a patient is admitted to the outpatient program, the Counselor facilitates the admission process and provides appropriate clinical information for ongoing treatment.
Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. We offer partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in related field
- RN welcome to apply without Master's Degree
- 3-5 years minimum experience, preferred
- Licenses: LMSW, LPC, LISAC, or RN, preferred
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Student Loan Refinancing
- 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.