Intake Counselor - 2nd shift

11597 Aurora Psychiatric Hospital - Switchboard

Full time

Yes

40

This is a remote position with the possibility of working onsite at Aurora Psychiatric Hospital periodically.

Hours are 11:00am - 7:30pm Monday-Friday with rotating holidays.

Pay Range:

$33.05 - $49.60

Job Description Summary:

• Conducts initial intake assessments for the determination of Behavioral Health patient level of care placement in collaboration with emergency departments, psychiatry, and acute care units. Collaborates with psychiatry to recommend appropriate level of care to attending physicians and community based referral sources.
• Assists with crisis intervention and intervenes in emergencies utilizing proper procedures, therapeutic counseling and de-escalation skills. Maintains patient safety by collaborating with loss prevention, hospital physicians, and caregivers. Provides collaboration with local police departments and rescue services. Contributes to the development of emergency department communication information when appropriate. Secures appropriate Releases of Information and facilitates collaboration with community agencies and provider