Assessment Coordinator (On-Call)

Responsibilities

ASSESSMENT COORDINATOR (THERAPIST) - ON CALL/AS NEEDED

We are growing!  Join us in helping others rediscover their “hope.” Since our establishment in 2011, we have been dedicated to providing exceptional and specialized mental health and addiction treatment in a nurturing and supportive environment. Together, we will work toward a future where mental health is prioritized, stigma is diminished and individuals can live their lives to the fullest potential.  If you’re looking for an opportunity to build the career of your dreams and join a team of professionals passionate about helping patients, Aspen Grove Behavioral Hospital may be the place for you!  Learn more at www.aspengrovehospital.com

SHIFT: ON CALL -  PRN

Unit:  CRISIS CALL CENTER

Your benefits & perks will include (depending on status):

• Ability to work on-call as-needed remotely
• Base hourly rate for trainings, meeting and education
• Excellent flat rates for initial assessments and referrals
• On-call hourly rate provided
• Career development opportunities across UHS* and its 400+ locations

Your position goals & objectives include:

• Providing telephonic risk assessment to assist the physician in identification of appropriate level of care for potential patient admissions.
• You are the initial contact with referral sources and potential patients, coordinates the referral and intake process, facilitates the initial admission process and maintains communication with referral sources, families, patients, and Intake department.  
• Works with the Business Office regarding patient financial data and verification and prior authorization of insurance benefits as needed, as well as with the UR Department for the certification of patients admitted.
• You will work under the supervision of Intake Director and the Director of Assessments/Referrals.

Qualifications

Your Skills & Qualifications will include:

• Valid Utah clinical license (CSW, LCSW, ACMHC, LCMHC) 
• Preferred (1) year of experience working in a psych inpatient setting with assessment and referral coordination experience preferred, but NOT REQUIRED
• A passion for helping others rediscover their "hope"
• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to pass a background check & drug screen

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