Behavioral Health Intake Therapist

It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health 7980 Clayton RDWorker Type:PRNJob Highlights:This is a PRN (as needed) position to fill in for open shifts due to vacations, leave of absences, etc. No guaranteed hours or benefits. The candidate is required to attend orientation as follows-Full Time-Monday-Friday from 9:00AM-5:00PM for approximately 4 weeks Transition to the floor for another 4 weeks for 12 hours shifts (some flexibility)Variable day or night shifts. The location for this position is 7980 Clayton Road Richmond Heights, MO Job Summary:Conducts interviews and behavioral health assessments for potential admissions including telehealth assessments.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESProvides admissions and intake services to patients and potential patients.Responds to telephone inquiries from persons seeking mental health care or information about mental health-related services.Facilitates admission of in-patients and out-patients based on physician orders. Coordinates transportation to another facility and/or referral to a lower level of care as indicated.Documents calls and related admission information. May staff crisis hotline as needed.Reviews all paperwork accompanying patients to ensure adherence to hospital and regulatory policies.Performs insurance verification and prior-authorization based on payor requirements.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONMaster's degree in Behavioral Health or related fieldEXPERIENCENo experience requiredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSFrequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Frequent keyboard use/data entry.Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Rare climbing.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS    State of Work Location: Illinois     Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)    Or    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional     Regulation (IDFPR)    Or    Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)     State of Work Location: Missouri      Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration    Or    Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration    Or    Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Missouri Division of Professional                  State of Work Location: Oklahoma      Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC) - Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors    Or    Licensed Behavioral Practitioner (LBP) - Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health    Or    Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers    Or    Licensed Counselors and Drug Counselor - Mental Health (LADC-MH) - Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors    Or    Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health    Or    Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) - Oklahoma State Board of Licensed Social Workers    Or    Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Oklahoma State Board of Behavioral Health State of Work Location: Wisconsin     Professional Counselor Training License (LPC-IT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services    Or    Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services    Or    Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services    Or    Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services   Or    Marriage and Family Therapist Training License (MFT-TL) - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services         Work Shift:Variable Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:8052000130 Beh. Med. Central IntakeScheduled Weekly Hours:0Benefits:SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.Upfront Tuition Coverage: we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members. Explore All BenefitsSSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.