Intake Counselor (Psychiatry) (Full Time or Part Time) (A.M. Shift)
Aurora San Diego
San Diego, california
As an Intake Counselor for Aurora Behavioral Healthcare San Diego, you’ll assess the needs of our incoming patients, schedule appointments, give referrals, and coordinate care for patients in need. You will serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care; to ensure the safety and well-being of each patient.
*This position is Full-Time and/or Part Time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Weekdays and/or Weekends from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
*Pay Range: $30/hr. to $46/hr.
Responsibilities:
- Respond to routine and crisis calls coming into the Intake Department
- Assess patients for suicidal, homicidally, and other dangerous propensities
- Provide DSM-5 diagnoses in consultation with the psychiatrist
- Complete managed care authorizations for patient treatment
- Interface with other hospital departments...