Intake Counselor (Degreed)

Clarion Psychiatric Center offers inpatient treatment for adults with moderate to severe psychiatric problems, inpatient crisis stabilization for children and adolescents, and a Partial Hospitalization Program for school-aged children. Our recently expanded 112-bed inpatient program has 4 units. For over 30-years, Clarion has provided the community a compassionate and respectful therapeutic environment with an emphasis on strong teamwork.

Clarion Psychiatric Center is a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, one of the nation's largest and most respected hospital management companies. In 2019, UHS was recognized for the ninth consecutive year as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2018, ranked #268 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, ranked #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 83,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

We are currently recruiting a new team member for our Admissions Department. The Intake Counselor:

• Provides call and assessment services for all information and referral contacts.
• Performs intake assessments to gather information to determine appropriate treatment strategies.
• Reviews assessments with Dept. Director and/or Physician to determine a course of treatment.
• Functions as liaison with attending physicians, treatment units and referral sources.

Clarion Psychiatric Center offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including:

• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Company Supplied Uniforms
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Other Voluntary Supplemental Benefits (Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, Employee Discount Program, Employee Assistance Program, etc.)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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Education : Bachelors Degree in Mental Health Field or LPN License required. One (1) year behavioral health experience preferred. Masters Degree in Mental Health Field or RN License preferred.

Licensure / Certification: Current CPR preferred.

Experience: One-year experience in psychiatric care preferred.

Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of therapeutic relationships, therapeutic processes, growth and development, limit-setting and behavior management, crisis management of aggressive behaviors, CPR training, understanding of psychiatric diagnoses, verbiage and psychology, and its application through understanding of the Pa. Mental Health Act. Must possess effective communications skills, knowledge of computer systems and the ability to utilize them. Knowledge of Community Mental Health Systems and Agencies preferred

General Working Environment: Fast paced office environment interacting with the public and other Health Care Professionals in a variety of scenarios i.e. on the telephone, in assessments, etc. Some risk involved in the event of the presence of an aggressive patient. Staff working in this position may be required to intervene and assist with aggressive patients. Must possess valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to HIV and Hepatitis B Viruses

Physical Requirements: Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. The ability to speak clearly. The ability to operate computer console/keyboards. Able to participate in Handle With Care physical restraints. The Physical Requirements described herein are representative of those, which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the primary functions. Drug/Alcohol free as evidenced by negative results of post offer, pre-employment urine drug screen. The ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.

Classification: Non-Exempt