Admissions Counselor/Clinician

Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson has immediate openings for Admissions Counselors/Clinicians (Master's Level and/or RN) on day, evening, and night shifts. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those with mental health illness.

Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading behavioral health care providers in the country for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and in different care settings. Our team ensures our patients receive the required care that they or their loved one needs. We offer several programs for our patients including inpatient acute treatment and residential treatment. We are seeking staff who exhibit daily the following values: C- Compassion A- Accountability R – Respect and E- Empowerment.

The Admission Counselor/Clinician responsibilities include the following:

• Serves as Intake Specialist for the Behavioral Health Services; conducts intake interviews to establish and assesses for appropriate level of care.
• Has knowledge and skills related to the developmental stages of children and the special needs of the geriatric population.
• Utilizes cultural, spiritual, and social groups and their relationship to the deliverance and acceptance of healthcare.
• Receives incoming inquiry calls and interviews “walk-ins” to establish viability for services.
• Serves as client liaison, providing accurate, complete interviews of client needs and making appropriate referrals (i.e., free initial consultation, direct admission, or outpatient referrals).
• Accurately and appropriately assesses the psychosocial and emotional status utilizing knowledge and skills related to developmental stages of children and the special needs of the geriatric population.
• Serves as liaison to business office; coordinates insurance verification with business office.
• Coordinates communications and activities between clinical staff, nursing staff, business office, and marketing staff.
• Monitors direct/indirect referral sources; follows up with professional or agency referral sources regarding outpatient referrals.
• Documents, collects, and organizes data resulting from inquiry calls to assist with referral development.
• Utilizes a logical approach to solve problems and manage situations in a positive manner.
• Demonstrates ability to be self-directed and highly motivated.
• Willingly accepts expected and unexpected duties.

Qualified candidates should have the following:

• Minimum of MS in a Behavioral Health field or Tennessee RN license.
• Experience in Behavioral Health assessment and/or treatment.
• At least one year previous experience on an inpatient Behavioral Health Unit preferred.
• Experience with computers and statistics preferred.
• Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to patient’s rights.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Knowledge of community/regional mental health resources.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service.
• Knowledge of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.
• Knowledgeable of the philosophy and objectives of the hospital.
• Knowledgeable of literature and new developments in the behavioral health field.
• Knowledge of insurance information and verification systems, including PPO’s and Managed Care Programs.
• Knowledge of behavioral health theory and practice, including basic knowledge related to physical, psychological, social, cultural, safety, and/or educational needs.
• Knowledge and skills related to the developmental stages of children; ability to interpret information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs.

We offer a full benefits package to full-time employees including:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health Benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Critical Illness and other supplemental policies
• Life Assistance Program
• Perks and Discounts Program

EEO

We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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