Intake Therapist
CurrentReview referrals from other hospitals for adult inpatient psychiatric treatment Review referrals from other hospitals for drug/alcohol detox treatment Intakes for new admissions for inpatient adult psychiatric treatment; drug/alcohol detox treatment Making, documenting and processing inquiry calls in according with intake policies Conducting assessments on individuals experiencing crises Participating in screening patients for admission into both inpatient and outpatient hospital programs, utilizing pre-approved admissions criteria set forth by the Medical Staff Providing assessments of incoming mental health/chemical dependency; including precipitating events, presenting problems, treatment/substance abuse history, mental status and risk assessment Making a determination of level of care by an evaluation of the patient’s needs, advocating the lowest level of care consistent with those needs Completing admission paperwork Obtaining pre-certification in accordance with insurance requirements Completing and documenting in house assessments treatment or referral disposition recommendations Maintaining good communication with the utilization review, admitting, and financial offices and other departmental staff.